Student nurses' thoughts on communicating with cancer patients 50%

MacDonald, Julie; Mccready, T

Abstract

Aim of study: to investigate student nurses' thoughts on communicating with cancer patients. Outcomes: to determine how prepared student nurses feel when communicating with cancer patients from a theoretical standpoint and to determine how supported student nurses feel in practice when communicating with cancer patients. A qualitative study utilising a focus group to explore thoughts on communicating with cancer patients. A convenience sample of student nurses who have worked with cancer patients and completed a preregistration module in cancer care. Data was collected using taped interviews and content analyses following Colaizzi's procedural steps.

Citation

MacDonald, J., & Mccready, T. (2006, November). Student nurses' thoughts on communicating with cancer patients 50%. Paper presented at 10TH Investen International Research Conference

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (unpublished)
• Conference Name: 10TH Investen International Research Conference
• Start Date: Nov 1, 2006
• Acceptance Date: Nov 1, 2006
• Publication Date: Nov 1, 2006
• ISBN: 978-84-690-2248
• Public URL: https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/409766