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Jafer, Daizi, Arif, Shireen, Ahmed, Farhan, Victor, Gideon |
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Annals of King Edward Medical University; Apr-Jun2024, Vol. 30 Issue 2, p136-144, 9p |
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Background: Cancer diagnosis can lead to an emotional state of distress, hopelessness, and fear which can cause uncertainty. Subsequently, both self-esteem and spiritual belief may be threatened and personal relations are lessened leading to spiritual needs. In oncology, evaluating spiritual needs is essential for fostering a value of life throughout severe illness. For some patients, the most dependable way to manage their illness is through their spirituality. Objective: To explore the lived experiences of oncology nurses regarding the need for spirituality among patients with end-stage cancer. Method: This was a qualitative descriptive exploratory study. This includes the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences, Rawalpindi's Combined Military Hospital (CMH), and Shifa International Hospital. The time frame for the study was April 2021-September 2021. The data was collected through structured questionnaire indepth interviews. The study's rigor was assessed using trustworthy standards and qualitative thematic analysis approach was employed for data analysis. Results: A total of 15 nurses participated in the study through purposive sampling from three different oncology facilities. Four themes and 11 categories emerged from the data itself namely; need to address spiritual suffering, need for spiritual coping, and religious path to spirituality, and need for holistic care. Conclusion: This study deliberates spiritual care needs of patients hospitalized in the oncology department and their experiences of nursing care practices. Oncology patients require a holistic care plan to meet their spiritual needs. Spiritual training of nurse is recommended for their spiritual well-being and spiritual care competencies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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