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Experiences of Person-Centred Care Among Nurses in COVID-19 Wards: A Qualitative Study.

Myoungsuk Kim, Yongmi Lee, Hyun-Ju Kang

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Myoungsuk KimCollege of Nursing, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon-Si, Republic of Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1495-5153
Yongmi LeeCollege of Nursing, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon-Si, Republic of Korea.
Hyun-Ju KangCollege of Nursing, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon-Si, Republic of Korea.

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Abstract

aimWhile there is extensive research on nurses' experiences in caring for COVID-19 patients, studies focusing on person-centred care in this context remain limited. This study aimed to obtain a thorough understanding of the meaning and essence of person-centred care experienced by nurses in COVID-19 wards in South Korea.

designThis study adopted a qualitative research design.

methodsData were collected from April 2022 to February 2023 using one-on-one in-depth interviews with nine nurses working in COVID-19-designated hospitals; these data were analysed using content analysis. This study adhered to the Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research (COREQ) guidelines.

resultsThe five categories were: encountering barriers between nurses and patients, the conflict between principles and dignity, providing individualised care even under controlled circumstances, providing care in a therapeutic community relationship and desiring stable care even in a crisis.

conclusionThis study examined nurses' challenges and experiences in delivering person-centred care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the conflict between infection control guidelines and individual patient needs, nurses sought to address patients' psychological and physical challenges while overcoming COVID-19 together, leading to satisfaction for both patients and nurses. Systemic support and education are essential to sustain person-centred care, and this study provides valuable insights for improving nursing practice in crisis situations. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION: No patient or public contribution.

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COVID-19Nursing Staff, HospitalPatient-Centered CareAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedNurse-Patient RelationsQualitative ResearchRepublic of KoreaSARS-CoV-2COVID‐19pandemicperson‐centred carequalitative research

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PMID40836707
PMCPMC12368353

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