Oncology nurses in Arabic nations, specifically Lebanon, play a critical role in delivering spiritual care to cancer patients. A study conducted with 20 oncology nurses identified key themes related to spirituality, recognition of patient needs, and barriers to providing spiritual care. The nurses included religious interventions such as suggesting Quran readings and facilitating prayers, although some felt conflicted about imposing their beliefs. Nurses expressed a need for more education on spiritual care, which could be incorporated into nursing curriculum. The study highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing spiritual needs in cancer care, and calls for further research in different clinical settings.
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Lebanese Oncology Nurses Explore What It Means to Provide Spiritual Care to Patients
