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. 2016 Nov-Dec;43(6):501-534.

The Evaluation of an Orientation Program of Self-Care Abilities for Patients on Hemodialysis

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The Evaluation of an Orientation Program of Self-Care Abilities for Patients on Hemodialysis

Michele-Anne Trask et al. Nephrol Nurs J. 2016 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

Effective management of end stage renal disease for individuals undergoing hemodialysis (HD) requires the acquisition of self-care abilities, which have been shown to improve outcomes. Studies have indicated that educational interventions improve self-care abilities in patients with chronic kidney failure. A self-care coaching intervention was designed to bridge this gap. To evaluate, we utilized a pre-test/post-test quasi-experimental design using the Self Care for Adults on Dialysis (SCAD) tool. This was administered prior to, four months, and one year after the intervention. Results demonstrated improvement in self-care related to vascular access and fluid management, both significant aspects of being HD-dependent.

Keywords: coaching; end stage renal disease,; hemodialysis; measurement tools; patient education; self-care; self-management.

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The author reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursing education activity.

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