Objective: To assess the knowledge and attitudes of clinical nurses regarding the management of chemotherapy-induced vomiting (CINV) for cancer patients in the chemotherapy units at K Hospital in 2024.
Subjects and Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted from May to October 2024 across the chemotherapy departments of K Hospital. A total of 137 clinical nurses who met the inclusion criteria participated in the study. Data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire comprising demographic information, knowledge, and attitudes concerning CINV management. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.0.
Results: Most participants were female (89.1%) and aged 25–35 years (67.1%). A total of 92% achieved average to good knowledge scores. High proportions demonstrated sound knowledge of the impact of vomiting on patients, commonly used antiemetic medicines and non-pharmacological interventions. Only 32.1% correctly identified the vomiting center in the brain as the main cause of CINV. Meanwhile, 69.4% understood the mechanism of action of antiemetic medicines, and 70.8% frequently encouraged patients to apply non-medicines interventions. Educational qualification and years of experience were significantly associated with knowledge levels regarding CINV management (p < 0.01 and p < 0.05, respectively).
Conclusion: Clinical nurses at K Hospital generally possess a solid knowledge base and positive attitudes towards the management of chemotherapy-induced vomiting. Ongoing professional education is essential to further improve the quality of care.