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Descriptive correlational study shows high competency levels among nurses in chemotherapy care for cancer patients, suggesting training enhances skills.
This descriptive correlational study examined the competencies of professional nurses in caring for adult and older adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy at a hospital in southern Thailand. The sample consisted of 100 professional nurses, with data collected between April and May 2024. The instruments included a demographic questionnaire and a competency questionnaire, with strong reliability (Cronbach’s alpha = .97). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Spearman’s correlation, and the Mann-Whitney U test. The results showed that nurses’ overall competencies in caring for adult and older adult cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy were at a high level (Mean = 2.73, SD = 0.52). The three highest-rated competencies were ethics and patient rights (Mean = 3.24, SD = 0.53), patient preparation before, during, and after chemotherapy (Mean = 2.77, SD = 0.62), and communication, teaching, and providing information (Mean = 2.71, SD = 0.66). Furthermore, both experience in chemotherapy care and participation in cancer-related training were significantly associated with higher competency levels (r = 0.37, p < .001; Z = 4.209, p < .001). These findings highlight key areas for professional development and may guide future efforts to strengthen oncology nursing competencies.
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