Phenomenological analysis explores forgiveness in end-of-life care, highlighting challenges and indirect approaches used by caregivers.
Spiritual caregivers acknowledged forgiveness as beneficial but noted challenges-logistical, cultural, and personal-that make direct conversations difficult. As a result, they often adopt a subtle, indirect approach, using rituals and attentive listening to address forgiveness with patients nearing the end of life.
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