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Navigating Psychosocial Challenges During Cancer Hospitalization: A Qualitative Study.

Tihana Gašpert¹, Gregor Štiglic², Dominika Vrbnjak²

¹Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia; Clinic for Internal Medicine, Hematology Clinic, University Hospital Rijeka, Rijeka, Croatia.

Seminars in Oncology Nursing

|July 14, 2026

Summary

Hospitalized cancer patients navigate complex psychosocial challenges, including emotional, social, and physical concerns. Understanding these experiences is key to developing supportive, Caritas-based care for improved patient well-being.

Keywords:

Cancer care Grounded theory Holistic care Nursing Patient support Psychosocial needs

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Area of Science:

Oncology Nursing
Psychosocial Oncology
Grounded Theory Research

Background:

Hospitalized cancer patients face significant psychosocial needs impacting their care experience.
Existing care models may not fully address the multifaceted challenges encountered during hospitalization.
Developing patient-centered interventions requires a deep understanding of patient navigation processes.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the lived experiences of hospitalized cancer patients regarding their psychosocial needs.
To identify the processes patients use to manage these psychosocial challenges.
To inform the development of Caritas-based care interventions tailored to oncology patients.

Main Methods:

Grounded theory methodology following Corbin and Strauss.
Semi-structured interviews with 35 hospitalized cancer patients across five Croatian oncology departments.
Data analysis using open, axial, and selective coding with theoretical sampling until data saturation.

Main Results:

The core category identified was 'Navigating Psychosocial Challenges During Cancer Hospitalization'.
Patients experienced multidimensional challenges including emotional distress, social difficulties (financial, care coordination), and physical concerns.
Coping strategies involved acceptance, optimism, and routine maintenance, influenced by environmental and support systems, leading to varied adaptation.

Conclusions:

A conceptual framework was developed for understanding psychosocial challenge navigation in hospitalized cancer patients.
Findings highlight the need for healing environments, enhanced nurse competencies in transpersonal caring, and structured psychological support.
Strengthening patient autonomy and addressing systemic issues in infrastructure and staffing are crucial for holistic oncology care.