Identification and validation of end-of-life nursing care competencies for Kenyan nurses: A modified Delphi technique

The study forms a basis from which the identified end-of-life competencies can be utilized for continuous professional development programs for general nurses in acute care hospitals. Such programs could enhance the capacities of the general nurses and promote the integration of end-of-life care in acute care hospitals, thus improving the outcomes in quality of life for patients and families.

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Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal
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2025-03-15
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https://doi.org/10.5737/23688076352337
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Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
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Identification and validation of end-of-life nursing care competencies for Kenyan nurses: A modified Delphi technique

Irene Gacheri Mageto, Gladys Machira, James Mwaura
Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal
Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
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Identification and validation of end-of-life nursing care competencies for Kenyan nurses: A modified Delphi technique

Irene Gacheri Mageto, Gladys Machira, James Mwaura
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Abstract

The study forms a basis from which the identified end-of-life competencies can be utilized for continuous professional development programs for general nurses in acute care hospitals. Such programs could enhance the capacities of the general nurses and promote the integration of end-of-life care in acute care hospitals, thus improving the outcomes in quality of life for patients and families.

Canadian Oncology Nursing JournalVol. 35(2)
University of Nairobi (KE), Media Council of Kenya (KE), Aga Khan University Nairobi (KE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 72%
Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
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