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Paediatric oncology nursing: working and coping when kids have cancer - a thematic review

  • Melissa Zander
  • , Alison Hutton
  • Flinders University

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Abstract

It is well established that nursing can be a stressful occupation. In particular, paediatric oncology, as a setting, is perceived as both personally and professionally demanding, due to additional stressors that are unique to its speciality. This thematic review examines 18 articles to identify effective internal mechanisms for dealing with stressors associated with working in paediatric oncology and methods for managers and colleagues to enhance paediatric oncology nurses' coping strategies. Following an analysis of the literature, a theoretical model of effective coping was conceptualised. Implications for nursing practice and recommendations for further research into the resilience of paediatric oncology nurses are also addressed.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)15-27
Number of pages13
JournalNeonatal, Paediatric and Child Health Nursing
Volume12
Issue number3
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2009
Externally publishedYes

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Coping
  • Nursing stressors
  • Paediatric oncology

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