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Person-centred nursing practice in a Danish cancer setting – a cross-sectional survey among healthcare professionals [PCC149]

Tuesday May 5, 2026 12:00 - 17:00 Poster Arena

Presenter: Karin Piil

Track: Poster session, Comprehensive & Integrated Care

Background: Person-centred practice (PCP) is widely acknowledged as an internationally recognised approach to care and treatment. However, its implementation in clinical settings remains challenging. This study aims to examine the extent to which healthcare professionals (HCPs) perceive care and treatment of cancer patients as person-centred, and to identify key barriers and facilitators influencing the adoption of a PCP culture. Method: Data were collected from healthcare professionals (HCPs) (n = 228) at the Department of Oncology, Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen, Denmark. Participants represented a range of clinical settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, and the radiation therapy unit. The Person-Centred Practice Inventory – Staff (PCPI-S) was administered electronically to assess perceptions of person-centred care. Also, the PCPI for service users were collected (n=466). Results: A 64% response rate was achieved (n=145). HCP perceived a high degree of PCP assessed from the domains “prerequisites” (4,19±0,79), “practice environment” (3,82±0,88), and “person-centred processes” (4,18±0,75). Patient data will be presented. Conclusion: PCP is currently embedded in our nursing vision and core values. To truly embed PCP into everyday clinical care, it is essential to create and uphold an appreciative and feedback-oriented culture.  Empowering nurses to actively engage in decision-making networks that shape clinical practice is vital—not only to sustain but to evolve this cultural transformation. Their clinical expertise and close patient relationships position them as key drivers of meaningful change.
Language

English

Conference

GCPCC

GCPCC Code

PCC149

Lecturers

Karin Piil Presenter

Associate Professor
University Hospital of Copenhagen, Rigshospitalet

Anne Grønbo Alm, Helle Holm Gyldenvang, Karin Piil