A patient expresses guilt about being a 'burden' to their family. The nurse recognises this as which psychosocial theme?
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Correct answer: Existential or spiritual distress
Feelings of guilt, burden, meaning, and existential questions are part of psychosocial and spiritual distress in oncology.
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