Cancer patients and oncology nursing: Perspectives of oncology nurses in Turkey

Kamışlı, Songül; Yüce, Deniz; Karakilic, B; Kılıçkap, Sadettin; Hayran, M.

doi:10.4103/njcp.njcp_108_16

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“…Furthermore, rewarding feedback from the patients was another positive aspect for the HCP. These findings are consistent with a study from Kamisli et al 20 among Turkish oncology nurses, in which nurses indeed expressed their exhaustion but also their increased levels of empathy, patience, awareness about priorities in life and job satisfaction. Despite an excessive workload, Australian oncology nurses showed high levels of personal satisfaction and personal accomplishments in a survey among 234 nurses.…”

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confidence: 92%

Staff Perspectives Toward Challenges in a Newly Established Cancer Center in Tanzania: A Qualitative Study

Alwash

Henke

Serventi

et al. 2019

JGO

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PURPOSE Cancer is a growing public health concern in low-income countries (LICs). From 14 million new patient cases identified worldwide each year, 8 million are diagnosed in LICs. The fatality rate is 75% in LICs compared with 46% in high-income countries. Causes are low literacy levels, lack of awareness and knowledge about cancer, and limited education of health care professionals that leads to late detection and diagnosis. In Tanzania, cancer incidence will double to 60,000 in 2030. The referral hospital of Northern Tanzania established a new cancer unit in December 2016 to meet these needs. However, there is limited knowledge about perceptions of health care professionals toward cancer care in LICs. This study aims to understand attitudes and perspectives of those professionals and the treatment-related challenges in a newly established center to assist future efforts in this field. METHODS A qualitative method approach using in-depth interviews was chosen to achieve inductive conceptualization. Analysis of data was performed according to qualitative content analysis. RESULTS Eleven interviews were conducted. Five main categories were found: training and education of staff, availability of financial support, challenges in management, interests in future developments, and job satisfaction. Subcategories elaborated in more detail within the main categories. CONCLUSION Limitations in staffing, training, and education were major concerns. The importance of sustainable funding and the needed cooperation of the government with international aid were identified as key points. The involvement of different stakeholders requires guidance by health care management. Health care professionals expressed their satisfaction with the possibilities of treating cancer and the rewarding feedback from patients. Misconceptions and poor knowledge by patients were mentioned as reasons for delayed health-seeking behavior. Screening and awareness programs were seen as useful interventions.

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confidence: 92%

Staff Perspectives Toward Challenges in a Newly Established Cancer Center in Tanzania: A Qualitative Study

Alwash

Henke

Serventi

et al. 2019

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“…It can be assumed that this results from heavy workload. Nurses report that their work is emotionally tiring and low-paid (Fuente-Solana et al 2017;Kamisli et al 2017;Mcmillan et al 2016).…”

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Satisfaction with life of oncology nurses in Poland

Piotrkowska

Jarzynkowski

Książek

et al. 2019

International Nursing Review

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Aim The purpose of this project was to analyse the level of satisfaction with life amongst Polish oncology nurses compared to their system of values. Background There are a large number of scholarly reports on job satisfaction and occupational burnout among oncologic nurses, and hardly any impact on their level of life satisfaction. Introduction Satisfaction with life, positive feelings and lack of negative feelings are the three important elements of subjective well‐being. Methods A cross‐sectional survey study design was used. One hundred and forty registered nurses working at oncology centres in Poland were surveyed during the 21st Annual Polish Oncology Nursing Conference. The study used a diagnostic survey method utilizing the Satisfaction With Life Scale, the List of Personal Values and an original survey questionnaire for collecting socio‐demographic data. Results There was significant relationship between the level of satisfaction with life in oncology nurses and their age, work seniority, the working system and family life. Discussion Satisfaction with life and work is interconnected, and oncology nursing is characterized by significant physical and mental strain. The level of satisfaction depends on many variables, such as preferred system of values, work organization, age and work seniority. Conclusions Age and years of work experience affect oncology nurses’ satisfaction with life. Working on a shift system and having a second job lower their satisfaction with life. Nurses who identify happiness symbols in the category of happy family life present a higher level of satisfaction with life. Implications for nursing policy and practice The low level of satisfaction with life among Polish oncology nurses is an important factor in the contemporary threats in nursing, and commitment to the improvement of the quality of life in this professional group should become a priority of shaping the image of the profession.

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“…In the study by Kamisli et al ., providing training and psychological support, gaining awareness of individual limitations, exercising, and physical activities to better deal with the problems of oncology nursing have been suggested. [ 10 ] Moreover, the results of a study showed that designing self-care programs and training oncology nurses in this field is required to promote their health. [ 22 ]…”

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“…The results of the study showed that the most required skills for oncology nurses were patience, empathy, and work experience. [ 10 ] Participants of the present study believed that specialized training was needed for oncology nursing. The results of studies in Iran, Turkey, and Nigeria also showed that oncology nurses should specifically be trained through specialized cancer nursing education courses.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…[ 6 7 8 9 ] Other studies in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey showed that oncology nurses experience job burnout, occupational stress, work-life conflict, death anxiety, and emotional fatigue. [ 4 10 11 ] These nurses also face occupational safety hazards due to their exposure to chemotherapy agents. [ 12 13 ] In fact, workplace deficiencies and challenges in caring for cancer patients can put additional physical, psychological, and spiritual strains on nurses.…”

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Exploring the occupational health needs of oncology nurses

Soheili

Jokar

Eghbali-Babadi

et al. 2021

Journal of Education and Health Promotion

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BACKGROUND: Although the work environment of oncology nurses is highly complex and challenging, their occupational health needs are scarcely studied. This study aimed to explore the occupational health needs of oncology nurses. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This qualitative descriptive study was conducted in 2018–2019. The participants consisted of 52 oncology nurses and 11 other key informants. They were chosen from eight cancer treatment centers in different cities of Iran. Data were collected through semi-structured individual interviews and analyzed using conventional content analysis. RESULTS: The occupational health needs of oncology nurses were grouped into three main categories included needs for self-care, development of professional competency, and a safe and healthy work environment. CONCLUSION: The work environment of oncology nurses needs to be optimized in terms of physical, psychological, organizational, and sociocultural conditions. Furthermore, the necessary measures should be taken to encourage oncology nurses to implement self-care, thus creating the preparedness to face the challenges of the workplace by developing their professional competencies.

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Cancer patients and oncology nursing: Perspectives of oncology nurses in Turkey

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Staff Perspectives Toward Challenges in a Newly Established Cancer Center in Tanzania: A Qualitative Study

Staff Perspectives Toward Challenges in a Newly Established Cancer Center in Tanzania: A Qualitative Study

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Exploring the occupational health needs of oncology nurses

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