Aim 
The aim of this study was to gain insight the vulnerability, wellbeing and care complexity of elderly suspected of having a lungcarcinoma, to subsequently take interventions to treat, prevent or support patiënts with this vulnerability. The aim of this study was also to demonstrate the differences between elderly with or without having a lung carcinoma.

Background
From literature and current practice, elderly suspected of  having a lung carcinoma are found to be vulnerable. The level of vulnerability is unknow and may possibly affect the well-being and the care complexity of elderly suspected of having a lung carcinoma. It is unclear whether there is a relationship between vulnerability, well-being and care complexity. 

Design
A cross-sectional design

Methods
Between December 2016 and March 2018, thirty-six patiënts completed the ‘U-Care’ Questionnaire. Vulnerability, well-being and care complexity are measured by this questionnaire.
After the questionnaire and informed consent had been returned, nursing interventions were used in consultation with the patiënt.

Results
Among the elderly who were suspected of a lung carcinoma, turned out to be 69,4% vulnerable against 30,6% who were not. In addition, the connection between vulnerability, well-being and care complexity has been demonstrated. Nursing interventions are mainly aimed at nutrition and activities.

Conclusions 
Elderly people with a lung carcinoma are vulnerable. Structural attention is desirable for these vulnerabilities so nursing interventions can be used to support the elderly with these vulnerabilities. Further research is needed to investigate the treatment options and the impact on healthcare costs.

Kwetsbaarheid, welbevinden, zorgcomplexiteit en ingezette verpleegkundige interventies bij ouderen die verdacht worden van een longcarcinoom.