Psychosocial and emotional morbidities after a diagnosis of cancer: Qualitative evidence from healthcare professional cancer patients

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Aim: This inquiry aimed to; (1) examine the psychosocial and emotional sequelae associated with cancer patient-hood experience in healthcare professionals (HCPs) in Uganda, (2) generate evidence to inform clinical and nursing practice about the needs of HCP patients with cancer. Design: This was a qualitative phenomenological study. Methods: The study was conducted among HCP cancer patients and survivors recruited from oncology and palliative care settings in Uganda. Data were collected via audio-taped, face-to-face or telephone open-ended interviews. Interviews were transcribed verbatim. Thematic analysis was used. Results: Eight HCP cancer patients and survivors participated in the study. Their mean age was 56 years, range 29–85 years. Three major themes emerged: (1) From a healthcare provider to a patient, (2) Socioeconomic challenges, and (3) Coping and support strategies.

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Natuhwera, G., Ellis, P., Wilson Acuda, S., & Namukwaya, E. (2023). Psychosocial and emotional morbidities after a diagnosis of cancer: Qualitative evidence from healthcare professional cancer patients. Nursing Open, 10(5), 2971–2982. https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.1541

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