From: Nurses’ knowledge, perceived barriers, and practices regarding cancer pain management: a cross-sectional study from Palestine
Causes of delays
Number of nurses (%)
Administration of opioid to patient
11 (5.0)
Obtaining opioid from pharmacy
33 (15.0)
Contacting physician for prescription of opioid
124 (56.4)
The delaying process is difficult to recognize
52 (23.6)