INTEGRATING PALLIATIVE NURSING INTERVENTIONS IN ONCOLOGY CARE: IMPACT ON PATIENT WELLBEING

Abstract

In this research paper, the researcher discusses the outcomes of the integration of palliative nursing interventions into the treatment of cancer patients, whose aim is to improve patient wellbeing.  The mixed-method design was adopted and included both quantitative data collected with the help of validated instruments like the Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS) and the Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) as well as qualitative data gathered with semi-structured interviews with patients and their family members.  The study revealed that patients receiving palliative nursing services realized significant improvements in symptoms relief, functioning, and mood.  Quantitative outcomes indicated a significant reduction in the severity of the symptoms and positive shift of the functional performance after six weeks of the palliative care interventions.  Qualitative data showed an increase in patient satisfaction, comfort, and emotional relief, which is why it is necessary to focus on the physical and emotional aspects of the treatment process.  The results of this study highlight the essential role of palliative nursing in enhancing patient outcomes and suggest that the practice should be integrated into the treatment regimen related to cancer to enable the processing of patients with cancer comprehensively and increase the quality of life in general.