There are nine socio-demographic and clinical factors that are significant predictors of QOL in patients with CRC which should be considered in treatment and care of patients. The findings of this study should be the target of future research, emphasizing the need for interventional studies that minimize the adverse impact of the disease symptoms on the QOL in patients with CRC.

Nurses, as a large part of the healthcare team, are among the first to manage post-accident injuries. Thus, their readiness to cope with disasters is essential.