NURSING IN THE PALLIATIVE CARE OF CANCER PATIENTS: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW

Abstract

The aim of this article is to explore the literature on palliative care nursing for cancer patients, emphasizing the importance of this care in improving the quality of life of patients in the advanced stages of serious and terminal illnesses. Through the analysis of eight relevant articles, it was possible to select five that demonstrated the importance of nurses specializing in palliative care, who have specific skills and knowledge to deal with the complex and varied needs of patients and their families. Continuing education and a commitment to ethics are fundamental to ensuring that palliative nursing care is provided in the most effective and humanized way possible, providing comfort and relief to patients in their most delicate moments.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2025.021-032