Whispers of Comfort: Filipino Pediatric Palliative Nurses’ Insights on Holistic Care at New Hope Foundation, China

Abstract

Purpose of the Study: This study explored the lived experiences of Filipino pediatric palliative care nurses working at the New Hope Foundation in China. It sought to understand how these nurses deliver holistic care to terminally ill children while managing emotional strain, ethical dilemmas, and cultural challenges in a multicultural setting.
Research Method: A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed, using semi-structured interviews with six purposively selected nurses. Colizzi’s method guided the data analysis process.