Nurse-patient communication experiences from the perspective of Iranian cancer patients in an outpatient oncology clinic: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Effective communication between nurses and cancer patients is essential for patient satisfaction and optimal health outcomes in outpatient oncology settings. This study explored the communication experiences of Iranian cancer patients receiving outpatient treatment.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or follow-up treatment at an outpatient clinic in Urmia, Iran. Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze the data. This study adhered to the standards set forth in the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ) checklist.

Results

Three main categories emerged from the interviews with Iranian cancer patients: communication dynamics, barriers to commun

SUBMITTER: Azarabadi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11438122 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature