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Yet, many undergraduate nursing students report that current nursing training is insufficiently equipping them to handle the complexities of palliative care.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Design<\/jats:title>\n Descriptive exploratory qualitative study.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Methods<\/jats:title>\n A convenience sample of 16 undergraduate nursing students who had cared for palliative patients was recruited. Data were collected using an online semi\u2010structured interview guide. Inductive thematic analysis guided the data analysis, with findings discussed through Simard's Namaste Care, a holistic, person\u2010centred framework emphasizing dignity and meaningful engagement.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n The main themes were multifaceted transformative experience, strengthening of emotional equilibrium, humanizing care despite practical challenges, distinct position as a student, and developing emotional preparedness through nursing education. 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