A Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Survivorship Needs Assessment Planning (SNAP) Tool for Head and Neck Cancer Survivor-Caregiver Dyads
Medical University of South Carolina
Summary
In this randomized behavioral intervention, head and neck cancer (HNC) survivors and their caregivers (N=176 HNC survivor-caregiver dyads) will be randomized to either Survivorship Needs Assessment Planning (SNAP) or Usual Care (UC) groups to examine the effects of SNAP on outcomes. SNAP includes two sessions with a needs assessment and tailored care plan and a supportive mobile app after completion of radiation to promote uptake of recommended medical and supportive care. The study aims to evaluate the effects of SNAP on symptom severity in patients and caregiver burden in caregivers. Secondary outcomes include psychological distress (anxiety and depression), healthcare utilization (receipt of recommended care) and unmet needs and self-efficacy in HNC survivor-caregiver dyads. Participants will complete surveys at baseline, 6 months, and 9 months post randomization with validated PROMs, and receive intervention modules at the end of radiation and month 3. Participants in the SNAP group will also receive mobile app support.
Description
The SNAP Intervention includes two care planning modules, a caregiver visit (module I) during the end of radiation treatment and a dyad-focused (survivor and caregiver) visit (module II) at 3 months. Each SNAP module includes 3 components including: 1) an in-clinic needs assessment, 2) a tailored care plan and 3) text-based e-monitoring at home. In both modules, a care plan is generated with algorithm-triggered messages and referrals to recommended care matched to endorsed concerns. Care plans are reviewed and barriers are addressed. Referrals are finalized with an Advanced Practice Provider (…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years