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Ene
On-line version ISSN 1988-348X
Abstract
CASTILLO-ZAVALETA, Sara Elizabeth et al. Grief process in adult patients diagnosed with cancer. Ene. [online]. 2023, vol.17, n.1, 1454. Epub May 29, 2023. ISSN 1988-348X.
Introduction:
Cancer, a public health problem whose appearance entails vital changes that cause mourning.
Objective:
To analyze grief in hospitalized cancer adults.
Methods:
Qualitative, descriptive, ten adults participated according to selection criteria. Non-random data collection, through interview; speech is transcribed and analyzed. Ethical criteria and rigor were met.
Results:
“Internal coping after learning about the disease” and “Generating a new life through cancer”.
Conclusion:
Upon learning the diagnosis, patients experience fear of dying, sadness and isolation; Over time they recognize support networks and accept changes in their lives, clinging to the religious and spiritual
Keywords : patients; grief; neoplasms.