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Table 1 Performance objectives for the program outcome “Reduce cancer-related fatigue”

From: The Kanker Nazorg Wijzer (Cancer Aftercare Guide) protocol: the systematic development of a web-based computer tailored intervention providing psychosocial and lifestyle support for cancer survivors

PO 1

Manage daily tasks efficiently

PO 1.1

Alternate mental and physical activities

PO 1.2

Take small moments of rest divided over the day

PO 1.3

Take adequate measures so not to exceed personal limits

PO 1.4

Say “no” to a request when it is too much to handle

PO 1.5

Make a structured plan of daily activities

PO 2

Turn non-helpful thoughts about fatigue into helpful thoughts

PO 2.1

Recognize common non-helpful thoughts about fatigue

PO 2.2

Identify personal non-helpful thoughts

PO 2.3

Generate helpful thoughts

PO 2.4

Replace non-helpful thoughts with helpful thoughts

PO 2.5

Implement personal strategies to cope with rumination

PO 2.6

Use relaxation or mindfulness techniques

PO 3

Take sleep hygiene measures

PO 3.1

Identify the type of sleeping problem one is experiencing

PO 3.2

Go to bed and get out of bed at set times every day of the week

PO 3.3

Take care of optimal sleeping conditions

PO 3.4

Identify behaviors that interfere with sleep and replace these with helpful behaviors

PO 3.5

Use relaxation or mindfulness techniques