AB099. Socio-demographic profile and knowledge, attitude, and skills on palliative and hospice care among nurses in Metro Manila

Publication Date

1-1-2026

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of Public Health and Emergency

Abstract

Background: Palliative and hospice care play a vital role in improving the quality of life for individuals with chronic and life-limiting illnesses. The significance of palliative care services is magnified by the rapidly growing populations of patients with chronic diseases, locally and internationally. This study aimed to determine the relationship between nurses’ socio-demographic profiles and their levels of knowledge, attitudes, and skills in providing palliative and hospice care. Methods: This research utilized a descriptive-correlational research design, and data were collected from 230 registered nurses in Metro Manila through a validated survey. Results: Results revealed that nurses (n=230) have passed the quiz (172 out of 230), have a positive attitude [weighted mean (WM): 3.00, standard deviation (SD) =0.82], and have good skills (WM: 3.06, SD =0.75) towards palliative care. However, gaps in knowledge and skills were evident, particularly in pain management and end-of-life communication. Significant positive correlations were found between years of experience and knowledge levels (r=0.13, P=0.043), while attitude was notably positively related to highest educational attainment (r=0.14, P=0.047). However, the level of skill had a negative correlation with previous experience of loss (r=−0.28, P=0.001). Conclusions: Comprehensive education and targeted training programs are essential for enhancing nurses’ competence in providing end-of-life care. Integrating palliative care into undergraduate nursing curricula, along with expanding professional development opportunities, is recommended to strengthen the delivery of compassionate, patient-centered care and contribute to improved global health outcomes.

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