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Preparing For Hemodialysis: Patient Stressors and Responses - Download article and take CE posttest
Lori Harwood
Heather Locking-Cusolito
Joan Spittal
Barbara Wilson
Sharon White
This
qualitative study explored stressors experienced by individuals with
chronic kidney disease (CKD). Individuals on hemodialysis were asked to
share their recollections regarding stressors they experienced as they
approached dialysis. Content analysis was used and the following themes
emerged: (a) stressors; (b) emotional responses; (c) learning,
preparation, and acceptance; and (d) regret and dissatisfaction. The
results of this study have important implications for patient education
and support in the care of patients with CKD.
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| Lori Harwood, MSc, RN, CNeph(C), is
Nurse Practitioner/Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adam Linton Hemodialysis
Unit London, Ontario, Canada, and a member of the MichigANNA chapter of
ANNA.
Heather Locking-Cusolito, MScN, RN, CNeph(C), is
Nurse Practitioner/Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adam Linton Hemodialysis
Unit London, Ontario, Canada, and a member of the MichigANNA chapter of
ANNA.
Joan Spittal, MSW, RSW, is Social Worker, Adam Linton Hemodialysis Unit London, Ontario, Canada, and is an associate member of ANNA.
Barbara Wilson, MScN, RN, CNeph(C), is
Nurse Practitioner/Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adam Linton Hemodialysis
Unit London, Ontario, Canada, and a member of the MichigANNA chapter of
ANNA.
Sharon White, MBA, RN, is
Director, Renal Program, London Health Sciences Centre, Ontario, Canada.
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