Review of application of distress thermometer and problem list in cancer patients

Distress thermometer (DT) and problem list (PL) are rapid screening tools recommended by National Comprehensive Cancer Network for cancer patients' levels of distress. DT has good validation and reliability and widely used around the world. In this paper, we reviewed the cutoff score of DT, grading disputes of PL, and application situations of them to provide a reference for the tools selection and applying of psychological distress screening of cancer patients in China. Key words: Neoplasms; Distress; Distress thermometer; Problem list