An examination of the effect of exposure to palliative care training on nursing students’ attitudes in University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital
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Background of the Study
Palliative care is a specialized form of healthcare aimed at improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses by providing relief from pain, symptoms, and stress. As the healthcare system continues to prioritize patient-centered care, it is crucial that nursing students are adequately trained to manage the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of patients facing end-of-life issues. Exposure to palliative care training can profoundly influence nursing students' attitudes towards care for terminally ill patients, shaping their beliefs about the importance of compassionate care and the role of nursing in palliative settings (Olutoye & Adebiyi, 2024).
The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital has recognized the need for comprehensive palliative care education within its nursing curriculum, especially considering the increasing demand for palliative services in Nigeria. Many nursing students, however, may enter the workforce with limited exposure to palliative care, potentially leading to a lack of empathy or discomfort when dealing with patients in palliative settings. Research indicates that students who undergo palliative care training report more positive attitudes toward caring for dying patients and feel more equipped to manage the complex physical and emotional demands of palliative care (Afolayan & Fashola, 2023).
This study will investigate the effect of exposure to palliative care training on nursing students’ attitudes at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital and assess whether this exposure improves their readiness to engage in palliative care practices.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the importance of palliative care in nursing, many nursing students at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital may not receive adequate training in this specialized field. As a result, students may enter clinical practice with limited understanding and negative attitudes towards palliative care. This study seeks to examine how exposure to palliative care training affects nursing students’ attitudes and whether it leads to more positive perceptions and better preparedness to engage with palliative care patients.
Objectives of the Study
1. To assess the attitudes of nursing students at University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital towards palliative care before and after exposure to training.
2. To determine the influence of palliative care training on nursing students’ readiness to provide end-of-life care.
3. To explore the barriers to effective palliative care education among nursing students at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital.
Research Questions
1. How do nursing students' attitudes toward palliative care change after exposure to palliative care training at University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital?
2. What impact does palliative care training have on nursing students' readiness to provide end-of-life care?
3. What are the barriers to effective palliative care education among nursing students at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital?
Research Hypotheses
1. Exposure to palliative care training significantly improves nursing students’ attitudes towards end-of-life care.
2. Nursing students who receive palliative care training demonstrate higher readiness to provide quality palliative care.
3. Barriers to palliative care education negatively affect nursing students’ attitudes and preparedness for providing end-of-life care.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on nursing students at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital who have undergone palliative care training. Limitations include potential biases in self-reported attitudes and the challenge of isolating the impact of palliative care training from other factors influencing students' attitudes.
Definitions of Terms
• Palliative care: Specialized medical care aimed at providing relief from symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients with serious or terminal illnesses.
• Attitudes: The feelings, beliefs, or dispositions of nursing students towards palliative care, particularly their willingness and comfort level in providing end-of-life care.
• End-of-life care: The support and medical care provided to individuals in the final phase of a terminal illness, focusing on comfort and quality of life.
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