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ROL DE ENFERMERÍA EN PACIENTES CON CÁNCER DE MAMA
(2025-06-17) Trejo Morejón, Karol Dayana; Cusme Torres, Nadihezka Amanda; Universidad Técnica de Ambato / Facultad de Ciencias de Salud / Carrera de Enfermería
Breast cancer in Ecuador has been increasing over the years. It has been found that the risk of developing breast cancer is 38.2 cases per 100,000 women. Late diagnosis of the disease results in increased healthcare costs. The research was conducted at the Dr. Julio Enrique Paredes Oncology Hospital and was based on a qualitative, phenomenological approach with a descriptive scope. Eleven nurses participated, and semistructured interviews were conducted to understand their roles, difficulties, and needs for emotional support, impactful experiences in their careers, challenges in caring for mastectomized patients, specialized training, emotional support for patients and their families, management of oncology services, and the risks and safety measures in handling cytostatics. It was concluded that their main role is direct care and, above all, psychological support, which is essential in treatment. Nurses tend to be disciplined in administering medication at the correct times and especially in preparing these drugs, prioritizing the safety of both themselves and the patient.