Nursing counseling utilizing BETTER model on sexuality, marital satisfaction and quality of life among cervical cancer women

Background The most common sexual dysfunction problem for women with cervical cancer is decreased sexual desire. Aim The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of nursing counseling guided by BETTER model on sexuality, marital satisfaction, and quality of life among cervical cancer women. Design A quasi-experimental design was used. Patients and methods A purposive sample of 44 women with cervical cancer who attended the oncology outpatient clinic at Zagazig University Hospital and Elmabera Hospital in the Sharkia Governorate was recruited. Tools A structured interviewing questionnaire, Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), and a short version of the Quality of Life Enjoyment and Satisfaction Questionnaire were used to gather data. Results The mean score of all female sexual function index domains was improved significantly (P<0.001) after intervention as compared with before intervention. Moreover, following applying nursing counseling guided by the BETTER model compared with before intervention, there was a highly significant improvement (P=0.0001) in the quality of life enjoyment and satisfaction among study participants. Following the adoption of the nursing instructions, there was a positive association between the overall Female Sexual Function Index score and quality of life. Conclusion The quality of life and sexual function of women with cervical cancer have improved. Recommendation Implement a BETTER sexual counseling model to handle sexual dysfunction in oncology units. The availability of facilities and decision-making aids for individuals in need, as well as the promotion of women counseling activities about cervical cancer and sexuality, are all necessary.