Experience of the nurse in front of care for oncological patients in the hospital of clinics Dr. Alberto Lima in Macapá-AP

Abstract

Cancer is a set of more than 100 diseases that have in common, the growth and disorderly multiplication of cells. Nurses who work constantly with patients need to know how to deal with their emotions and help them cope with their suffering when diagnosed with cancer. Objective to know the emotions of nursing professionals towards the cancer patient treated at the Dr. Alberto Lima clinical hospital (HCAL) in Macapá-AP, using the Coping Strategies Inventory. Method: This study was descriptive, field research, quantitative and qualitative. Results: All nurses interviewed used coping strategies, with problem solving strategies (83.3%) and positive reevaluation (73.3%) being the most used. Conclusion: This shows that nurses plan their actions to find a better solution for each problem and also try to grow and change as a person from conflicting situations.