THE KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE REGARDING CANCER PAIN MANAGEMENT AMONG NURSES WORKING IN CANCER CENTER; AN EXPERIENCE FROM QATAR

Abstract

Purpose: The study aims to explore pain knowledge and attitudes of oncology nurses working in Qatar. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional design was used to explore nurse’s knowledge and attitudes about cancer pain. The Nurses Knowledge and Attitude Survey Regarding Pain (NKASRP) survey was used. The NKASRP score differences were examined among nurses with varying demographics, levels of pain education and experience. Population of 159 oncology nurses working at National Center of Cancer Care and research (NCCCR) Qatar.