Abstract
This paper describes some preliminary findings from a Heideggerian hermeneutic phenomenological study exploring patients’ experiences of a day hospital chemotherapy service. Phenomenology has been described as both a philosophical perspective and a research method. Following a review of the literature, it was apparent that there is a paucity of qualitative studies regarding the experience of chemotherapy treatment. The aim of the study was to explore patients’ experiences of receiving treatment within a day hospital setting and to compare this with previously having received treatment as an inpatient. Purposeful sampling and face-to-face interviews were conducted. Preliminary data analysis from the pilot study has identified themes for patients relating to the need to maintain hope associated with treatment; feelings of adjustment; incorporating treatment as ‘part of life’; need for closure following treatment; thoughts of comradeship and sharing the experience.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 197-199 |
Journal | European Journal of Oncology Nursing |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Sep 2003 |
Keywords
- chemotherapy treatment
- day hospital
- phenomenology
- patients’ experience