Exploration of pain assessment and management processes in oncology outpatient services with healthcare professionals: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study explored cancer pain management practices and clinical care pathways used by healthcare professionals (HCPs) to understand the barriers and facilitators for standardised pain management in oncology outpatient services (OS).

Design

Data were collected using semistructured interviews that were audio-recorded and transcribed. The data were analysed using thematic analysis.

Setting

Three NHS trusts with oncology OS in Northern England.

Participants

Twenty HCPs with varied roles (eg, oncologist and nurse) and experiences (eg, registrar and consultant) from different cancer site clinics (eg, breast and lung). Data were analysed using thematic analysis.

Results

HCPs discussed cancer pain management practices during consultation and support

SUBMITTER: Robinson OC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10753735 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature