Belitung Nursing Journal
Negotiating faith in a hospital bed: A qualitative exploration of barriers to prayer (Solah) among hospitalised Muslim orthopaedic patients in Malaysia
Background: For Muslim patients, performing the five daily prayers (Solah) is a non-negotiable pillar of faith and a vital source of spiritual solace during illness. In Malaysia, the Ibadah-Friendly Hospital (IFH) framework was established to support this need within holistic care. However, adherence remains low, particularly among patients with physical limitations, such as orthopaedic conditions, suggesting a significant gap between policy and lived experience. Objective: This study aimed to explore in-depth the …