Experiences of older adult patients with cancer on nursing care: A qualitative study

IF 2.5 3区医学 Q3 GERIATRICS & GERONTOLOGY

Geriatric Nursing Pub Date : 2025-05-01 DOI:10.1016/j.gerinurse.2025.04.025

Akerke Mussayeva BSN , Joseph Almazan Ph.D , Jonas Preposi Cruz Ph.D , Ejercito Mangawa Balay-odao Ph.D

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Abstract

This study described the experiences of hospitalized older adult patients with cancer in the care provided by nurses. This study utilized descriptive qualitative research from February to April 2024; the researchers conducted semi-structured interviews among 14 older adult patients with cancer aged 65 to 75. The interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, translated, and then analyzed using a thematic analysis approach. The study has identified themes, namely “Nurturing Care of Nurses Received by the Patient,” “Attributes and Qualities of Nursing Staff,” “Challenges and Concerns of Patients During Hospitalization,” and “Suggested Approaches of the Patients towards Enhancing Staffing and Support Systems.” Our findings revealed that compassionate and attentive nursing practices ensure a better understanding of elderly health needs. Older adult patients with cancer experience physical and emotional challenges such as pain and depression. Moreover, nurses cannot provide emotional care due to insufficient nursing staff.

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老年癌症患者的护理经验：质性研究

本研究描述住院老年癌症患者在护士护理中的经验。本研究于2024年2月至4月采用描述性定性研究；研究人员对14名年龄在65至75岁之间的老年癌症患者进行了半结构化访谈。访谈录音，转录，翻译，然后使用主题分析方法进行分析。研究的主题包括“护理人员对病人的照顾”、“护理人员的特质和素质”、“病人在住院期间的挑战和关注”，以及“病人对加强人手和支援系统的建议”。我们的研究结果表明，富有同情心和细心的护理实践确保更好地了解老年人的健康需求。老年癌症患者会经历身体和情感上的挑战，比如疼痛和抑郁。此外，由于护理人员不足，护士无法提供情感护理。

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Geriatric Nursing 医学-护理

CiteScore

3.80

自引率

7.40%

发文量

257

审稿时长

>12 weeks

期刊介绍： Geriatric Nursing is a comprehensive source for clinical information and management advice relating to the care of older adults. The journal''s peer-reviewed articles report the latest developments in the management of acute and chronic disorders and provide practical advice on care of older adults across the long term continuum. Geriatric Nursing addresses current issues related to drugs, advance directives, staff development and management, legal issues, client and caregiver education, infection control, and other topics. The journal is written specifically for nurses and nurse practitioners who work with older adults in any care setting.