A Qualitative Exploration of Sacred Moments in Radiation Oncology.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

While there are many benefits to radiation oncology services, there can be emotional burdens in the care of patients with advanced cancer. Burnout is a prevalent problem in oncology. Existing literature suggests refocusing attention on providers' sense of purpose to protect against burnout. "Sacred moments" are moments of deep interconnection between people with accompanying spiritual emotions such as awe, joy, and gratitude. These moments naturally occur in health care settings, offering potential benefits to both patient and provider. Little is known about the prevalence and impact of sacred moments among health care workers in a radiation oncology setting.

Methods and materials

We conducted an exploratory qualitative study of 13 semi-structured interviews among ph

SUBMITTER: Saint K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11471466 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature