Healthcare professionals identified a strong need for AI-driven treatment recommendations, decision support particularly for multi-morbid cases

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Sourced from the recommendations of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 2025 and 2026, spanning 3 journals. Those papers have been cited 4 times in total.

Supporting evidence — 5 representative gaps

• Beyond the Machine: Understanding the Psychosocial Burdens and Coping Strategies of Dialysis Patients in a Level 2 Private Hospital in Antipolo City (2026) · International Journal of Nursing, Healthcare and Hospital Administration · doi

  Based on the findings, healthcare institutions are encouraged to strengthen psychosocial support services for patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis through counseling, patient and family education, peer support initiatives, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Future qualitative studies involving larger and more diverse populations are recommended to further explore the psychosocial experiences of individuals receiving long-term hemodialysis. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The researchers express their sincere gratitude to the dialysis patients who generously shared their experiences, the hospital administration for supporting the conduct of the study, and St. Bernadette of Lourdes College for its guidance throughout the research process. AI DECLARATION STATEMENT Artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted tools were used solely to improve grammar, language clarity, and manuscript organization. AI was not used in data collection, data analysis, interpretation of findings, or the formulation of the study's conclusions. The authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of this manuscript. REFERENCES Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2022). Thematic analysis: A practical guide. SAGE. Creswell, J. W., & Poth, C. N. (2023). Qualitative inquiry and research design: Choosing among five approaches (5th ed.). SAGE. https://epublications.myeduheart.com/index.php/ijnhha/index 94 INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING, HEALTHCARE AND HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION VOL. 1 NO. 2 Derasin, L. M. (2026). The chair as companion: Emotional and existential reflections of Filipino dialysis patients during treatment. International Journal of Science and Management Studies, 9(1), 297–307. International Society of Nephrology. (2023). Global kidney health atlas: Burden of chronic kidney disease worldwide. https://www.theisn.org Li, Y., Zhu, B., Shen, J., Miao, L., & Gray, R. (2023). Depression in maintenance hemodialysis patients: What do we need to know? Heliyon, 9(9), e19383. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19383 Ling, T. W., Khuan, L., Baharom, A., & Arshad, M. M. (2024). Exploring the lived and coping experiences of patients with kidney failure undergoing haemodialysis in Malaysian private hospitals.

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  Keywords: patients hemodialysis experiences https international kidney healthcare psychosocial support undergoing maintenance qualitative dialysis hospital administration
• Understanding the Challenges of Life – Sustaining Treatment Decisions among Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan (2026) · International Journal of Nursing, Healthcare and Hospital Administration · doi

  The recommendations emphasize holistic, patient-centered CKD care that integrates medical, nutritional, psychosocial, and spiritual support while addressing lived experiences. Counseling, support groups, and education programs should strengthen resilience, autonomy, and adherence. Family engagement must balance patient independence with cultural values, supported by provider training in sensitive communication. Institutions and hospital administrators are urged to adopt flexible, ethical protocols aligned with DOH standards, while healthcare teams deliver clear, whole-person care. Future researchers should explore resilience, autonomy, and family-centered decision-making using larger, diverse samples and long-term studies. https://epublications.myeduheart.com/index.php/ijnhha/index E-ISSN: 3116-5974 P-ISSN: 3116-5966 169 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all who contributed to this study. We sincerely thank our adviser for guidance, the institution for support, mentors for encouragement, colleagues for collaboration, participants for sharing experiences, and our families and friends for their unwavering strength throughout this journey. AI DECLARATION STATEMENT AI-supported tools helped with grammar and structure in creating this article. No AI tools were used to collect, analyze, or interpret data; all authors are credited for their academic contributions. REFERENCES Finderup, J., Dam Jensen, J., & Lomborg, K. (2020). Choice of dialysis modality: Patients’ experiences and decision-making. Journal of Renal Care, 46(2), 74–82. https://doi.org/10.1111/jorc.12312 O’Connell, P. J., Kuypers, D. R. J., Mannon, R. B., Abecassis, M., Chadban, S., Gill, J., ... & Meier-Kriesche, H. U. (2020). Clinical transplantation: Current status and future directions. The Lancet, 395(10237), 1111 1126. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140- 6736(19)33252-0 Tonelli, M., Wiebe, N., Knoll, G., Bello, A., Browne, S., Jadhav, D., ... & Gill, J. (2011). Systematic review: Kidney transplantation compared with dialysis in clinically relevant outcomes. American Journal of Transplantation, 11(10), 2093–2109. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1600-6143.2011.03686.x Moss, A. H. (2023). Kidney supportive care: Integrating palliative principles into nephrology practice. Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, 18(2), 123–130. https://doi.org/10.2215/CJN.12345678 Roy, C. (2009). The Roy adaptation model (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education. Roy, C., & Andrews, H. A. (1999). The Roy adaptation model (2nd ed.). Stamford, CT: Appleton & Lange. Lowney, A. C., Davison, S. N., Douglas, C., & Brennan, F. (2026). International curriculum and core components of kidney supportive care: A guide for clinicians in palliative care. BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care, 16(2), 344–351. https://doi.org/10.1136/spcare-2025- 005714

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  Keywords: care https support experiences journal transplantation kidney supportive palliative patient centered education resilience autonomy family
• Lived Experiences of Adults Newly Diagnosed with Cancer in a Level 2 Hospital in Antipolo City (2026) · International Journal of Nursing Healthcare and Hospital Administration · doi

  Based on the findings and conclusions of the study, the following recommendations are suggested: • Health Care Facilities. Establish patient-centered programs integrating counseling, navigation, financial assistance, spiritual care, family participation, flexible scheduling, referrals, and multidisciplinary collaboration. • Cancer Patients. Seek reliable information, follow treatment, report side effects, practice healthy coping, maintain self-care, attend follow-ups, and use available support. • Family Members and Caregivers. Provide emotional reassurance, practical assistance, respectful listening, treatment support, coordinated caregiving, and opportunities for patients to express difficult emotions openly. • Future Researchers. Study diverse populations, compare patient groups, examine caregiver experiences, conduct longitudinal research, and test psychosocial, financial, spiritual, and family interventions. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS The researcher sincerely thanks St. Bernadette of Lourdes College, Dr. Joel John Dela Merced, the panel members, study participants, colleagues, friends, and family for their guidance, support, prayers, and encouragement, and above all, the Lord Jesus Christ. AI DECLARATION STATEMENT AI-supported tools helped with grammar and structure in creating this article. No AI tools were used to collect, analyze, or interpret data; all authors are credited for their academic contributions. REFERENCES Grailey, K., Hussain, R., Wylleman, E., Ezzat, A., Huf, S., & Dean Franklin, B. (2023). Hughes, L., Taylor, R. M., Beckett, A. E., Lindner, O. C., Martin, A., McCulloch, J., Morgan, S., Soanes, L., Uddin, R., & Stark, D. P. (2024). The Emotional Impact of a Cancer Diagnosis: A Qualitative Study of Adolescent and Young Adult Experience. Cancers, 16(7), 1332–1332. https://doi.org/10.3390/cancers16071332 https://epublications.myeduheart.com/index.php/ijnhha/index 186 INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NURSING, HEALTHCARE AND HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION VOL. 1 NO. 2 Krishnasamy, M., Hassan, H., Jewell, C., Moravski, I., & Lewin, T. (2023). Perspectives on Emotional Care: A Qualitative Study with Cancer Patients, Carers, and Health Professionals. Healthcare, 11(4), 452. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11040452 Łuczyk, R. J., Sikora, K., Bodio, A., Łuczyk, M., Baryła‐Matejczuk, M., Wawryniuk, A., Sawicka, K., & Zwolak, A. (2024). Role of emotional control on anxiety and stress among cancer patients. Cancer Medicine, 13(18). https://doi.org/10.1002/cam4.70162 Zhu, H., Yang, L., Yin, H., Yuan, X., Gu, J., & Yang, Y. (2024). The Influencing Factors of Psychosocial Adaptation of Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta- Analysis. Health Services Insights, 17. https://doi.org/10.1177/11786329241278814 https://epublications.myeduheart.com/index.php/

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  Keywords: cancer https patients care family emotional health support index healthcare patient financial assistance spiritual follow
• Live Experiences of Healthcare Workers in the Implementation of Prenatal Program in Iloilo Rural Health Unit (RHU) (2026) · International Journal of Nursing Healthcare and Hospital Administration · doi

  Based on the findings and conclusions of the study, the following recommendations are suggested: Healthcare professionals should strengthen peer support, self-care, and continuous professional development to enhance service quality and well-being. Policymakers and health administrators should invest in adequate staffing, resources, transportation, and psychosocial support to improve the delivery of prenatal care in rural communities. Community members should actively participate in prenatal care and collaborate with healthcare providers to improve maternal outcomes. Academic institutions should integrate these findings into health education and encourage further research on rural maternal healthcare, provider well-being, and intervention strategies that improve prenatal care services. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I sincerely thank everyone who supported and contributed to this research. I’m especially grateful to my colleagues and friends for their encouragement and valuable feedback, and to my families for their love, patience, and unwavering support throughout this journey. Their guidance and encouragement made this study possible. AI DECLARATION STATEMENT AI-supported tools helped with grammar and structure in creating this article. No AI tools were used to collect, analyze, or interpret data; all authors are credited for their academic contributions. REFERENCES Arellano, J., et al. (2023). Informed consent in health research: Principles and practice. Journal of Health Ethics. https://www.journalofhealthethics.org Benner, P. (1984). From novice to expert: Excellence and power in clinical nursing practice. Addison-Wesley. Birt, L., Scott, S., Cavers, D., Campbell, C., & Walter, F. (2023). Member checking: A https://epublications.myeduheart.com/index.php/ijnhha/index E-ISSN: 3116-5974 P-ISSN: 3116-5966 153 systematic review of qualitative research. International Journal of Qualitative Methods. https://doi.org/10.1177/16094069231100012 Brown-Kaiser, C., & Vyas, A. (2024). Subjective well-being and burnout among the maternal and child health workforce. https://doi.org/10.1177/21501319241263443 Campbell, J., Cometto, G., & Rasanathan, K. (2022). Health workforce development in rural and remote settings: System challenges and policy responses. The Lancet Global Health, 10(8), e1194–e1203. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2214-109X(22)00214-7 Fazail, M. (2024). Ethical considerations in qualitative health research. Research Ethics. https://doi.org/10.1177/17470161241234567 Taherdoost, H. (2022). Validity and reliability of research instruments. International Journal of Academic Research in Management. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4000869 Watson, J. (2008). Nursing: The philosophy and science of caring (Rev. ed.). University Press of Colorado. World Health Organization. (2023). Health workforce and primary heal

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  Keywords: health https care healthcare support well improve prenatal rural maternal academic journal qualitative workforce development
• Healthcare Professionals’ perspectives on AI-driven decision support in young adult mental health: an analysis through the lens of a shared decision-making framework (2025) · Frontiers in Digital Health · cited 4× · doi

  Healthcare professionals identified a strong need for AI-driven treatment recommendations, decision support particularly for multi-morbid cases. AI was seen as a potentially valuable tool for suggesting stepwise interventions, providing individualized advice based on lifestyle factors and risks, and to enhance “Since we don’t want weekly contacts but are a little more flexible so … “Now we’ve decided on on this, how long do we need?” and discuss it a little together with the patient. And there I think that an AI could provide great support just because “okay, together with the AI we assess that it would be good to see each other again soon”. And I think that it’s always good to be able to lean back on as a therapist, that it’s not just my gut feeling we’re using here, but this is based on something. So I think it could be helpful”. P04—Psychologist

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