An examination of cardiac nurses' attitudes towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients in Federal Medical Centre, Keffi
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Background of the Study
End-of-life care for heart failure patients is a critical aspect of cardiac nursing, as heart failure is a progressive and often terminal condition. Nurses, who are at the forefront of patient care, play a vital role in providing compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring comfort, dignity, and emotional support for patients and their families (Salami et al., 2023). However, providing end-of-life care in heart failure patients is challenging due to the emotional and physical demands it places on healthcare providers (Ezeani et al., 2023). Nurses' attitudes towards end-of-life care can significantly influence the quality of care provided to patients, particularly in terms of symptom management, pain relief, and psychological support.
In Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, nurses work with heart failure patients who are in advanced stages of the disease and may require palliative care interventions. However, there is a lack of research on the attitudes of cardiac nurses in this institution toward providing end-of-life care. Understanding these attitudes is essential for improving care practices and ensuring that nurses feel adequately prepared and supported in delivering high-quality palliative care. This study will explore the attitudes of cardiac nurses at Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, towards end-of-life care, focusing on factors such as emotional preparedness, ethical considerations, and the challenges they face.
Statement of the Problem
End-of-life care for heart failure patients is often complex, requiring nurses to balance clinical skills with emotional sensitivity. Nurses' attitudes towards such care can influence patient outcomes and their ability to provide quality care. In Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, there is limited knowledge regarding the attitudes of cardiac nurses towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients. This study aims to address this gap by examining the attitudes, challenges, and preparedness of cardiac nurses in providing end-of-life care to these patients.
Objectives of the Study
1. To assess the attitudes of cardiac nurses towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients at Federal Medical Centre, Keffi.
2. To evaluate the factors influencing cardiac nurses’ attitudes towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients.
3. To explore the challenges faced by cardiac nurses in providing end-of-life care to heart failure patients.
Research Questions
1. What are the attitudes of cardiac nurses towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients at Federal Medical Centre, Keffi?
2. What factors influence the attitudes of cardiac nurses towards providing end-of-life care for heart failure patients?
3. What challenges do cardiac nurses face in delivering end-of-life care for heart failure patients?
Research Hypotheses
1. Cardiac nurses at Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, have a generally positive attitude towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients.
2. Nurses' attitudes towards end-of-life care are influenced by emotional preparedness, training, and ethical considerations.
3. Cardiac nurses face significant challenges in providing end-of-life care to heart failure patients at Federal Medical Centre, Keffi.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on cardiac nurses working in the Federal Medical Centre, Keffi, and examine their attitudes towards end-of-life care for heart failure patients. Limitations include potential biases in self-reported data and the subjective nature of assessing attitudes and perceptions.
Definitions of Terms
1. End-of-Life Care: A type of care provided to patients in the final stages of a terminal illness, focusing on comfort, pain relief, and emotional support.
2. Heart Failure: A condition in which the heart is unable to pump sufficient blood to meet the body’s needs, leading to progressive symptoms and eventual organ failure.
3. Cardiac Nurses: Nurses specializing in the care of patients with heart-related conditions, including those requiring palliative or end-of-life care.
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