Enhancement of oncology nursing education in low- and middle-income countries: Challenges and strategies

Disparities in the delivery of pediatric oncology nursing care by country income classification: International survey results

“…The educational level of nurses also affects patient mortality and failure‐to‐rescue rates in patients undergoing surgery . Nurses in L/LMIC and UMIC report that formal education in core pediatric oncology topics is often lacking when they enter the service . Inadequacy in educational preparation coupled with the high workload of nurses and inadequate medical resources raise grave concerns about patient safety, considering the vulnerability of the patient population and the complex treatment setting.…”

“…26 Nurses in L/LMIC and UMIC report that formal education in core pediatric oncology topics is often lacking when they enter the service. 27 Inadequacy in educational preparation coupled with the high workload of nurses and inadequate medical resources raise grave concerns about patient safety, considering the vulnerability of the patient population and the complex treatment setting. The absence of evidence-based policies and procedures to guide pediatric oncology nursing care worsens this concern.…”

An ethical imperative: Safety and specialization as nursing priorities of WHO Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer

“…The absence of specialized education, coupled with frequent rotation of trained staff, leaves nurses ill‐equipped to safely deliver care for children/adolescents with cancer . The Nurse Specialists of the Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer join public calls for all nurses (particularly those in resource‐limited settings), to be provided with protection when managing hazardous drugs as well as oncology specialization training to ensure optimal nursing care …”

“…Investing in health workforce specialized education and training is supported by WHO Education Guidelines . Given the complexity of pediatric cancer diagnoses, treatment, and care, nurses require specialized education and clinical training to deliver safe, quality care and reduce risk for patient harm . Specialized nursing education in all settings where children/adolescents with cancer are cared for, including operating rooms and intensive care units, improves quality and outcomes while strengthening broader health services…”

“…8 The Nurse Specialists of the Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer join public calls for all nurses (particularly those in resourcelimited settings), to be provided with protection when managing hazardous drugs as well as oncology specialization training to ensure optimal nursing care. [9][10][11] It is an ethical imperative that nurses are strengthened and equipped with knowledge and skills required to care for this vulnerable population and provided a safe environment for doing so.…”