Abstract
Objective: There has been a lack of literature available to nurses on care provision to gay individuals with HIV/AIDS. Research nurses’ interaction with gay patients with HIV/AIDS is important for providing and improving such nursing care. Method: This study used a qualitative descriptive design. Data was collected using depth interviews from 14 participants gay with HIV/AIDS in Indonesia, which were analyzed using thematic approach. Research results: This research yielded three themes: (1) nurses’ acceptance of gay with HIV/AIDS; (2) extensive knowledge among nurses about gay and HIV/AIDS; and (3) communication nurses are warm and without barrier. Conclusion: Attitudes, knowledge, and communication are key issues impacting the nursing care of gay with HIV/AIDS. Attitude and other non-verbal communication should be considered by nurses when providing care. Value of culture should be considered by nurse when providing care for gay patient.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 396-401 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Enfermeria Clinica |
Volume | 29 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2019 |
Keywords
- Attitude
- Communication
- Gay
- HIV/AIDS
- Knowledge
- Nurses