A phenomenological look at giving an injection

Area of Science:

• Phenomenology
• Nursing Practice
• Qualitative Research

Background:

• Phenomenology seeks to understand the deep meaning of everyday experiences.
• Giving injections is a common yet complex nursing task with significant emotional dimensions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the lived experience of administering injections from the perspective of nurses and patients.
• To understand the meaning and feelings associated with the injection process for both healthcare providers and recipients.
• To illuminate the anxiety nursing students experience when giving injections.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative research utilizing phenomenological approach.
• Data collected through essays and interviews with experienced nurses, nursing students, and diabetic patients.
• Analysis focused on the language, feelings, and meanings surrounding the act of giving an injection.

Main Results:

• Identified the multifaceted meanings and emotions involved in the injection process.
• Highlighted specific challenges and emotional responses related to pediatric and unconscious patients.
• Explored the patient's response and its impact on the nurse's experience.

Conclusions:

• The study provides insight into the subjective experience of giving injections, aiming to foster empathy and understanding.
• Findings can help educators address nursing student anxiety regarding injections.
• Encourages readers to engage with the findings, promoting further reflection and understanding in nursing care.