Indian journal of palliative care
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Indian J Palliat Care · May 2013
Spiritual concerns in hindu cancer patients undergoing palliative care: a qualitative study.
Spiritual concerns are being identified as important components of palliative care. The aim of this study was to explore the nature of spiritual concerns in cancer patients undergoing palliative care in a hospice in India. ⋯ This study confirms that there are spiritual concerns reported by patients receiving palliative care. The qualitative descriptions give a good idea about these experiences, and how patients deal with them. The study indicates the need for adequate attention to spiritual aspects during palliative care.