英文摘要 |
When rectal cancer patients receive an ileostomy, they face tremendous physical and psychosocial impacts, especially those who have recurrent cancer. Therefore, nurses not only need to provide routine care for rectal patients with ileostomies, but also need to help patients adjust to changes in body image and adapt to life style changes. A rectal cancer patient with an ileostomy was observed from February 17, 2000 to March 13, 2000. Roy's Adaptation Model was used to assess the patient's changes in physiology, self-concept, role function, and interdependence. The results showed that the patient had alteration in nutrition, was at risk for potential infection, and had body image disturbance; all were related to adaptation difficulty. Strategies used to enhance the patient's living adaptability included building a good relationship with the patient and proactively managing the patient's physical and psychosocial problems. This case report used a theoretical model to help solve a patient's problems, prevent the patient from unnecessary injury, promote the quality of nursing care, and provide continuous, individualized, and comprehensive assessment and care. Such an approach can enhance the quality of life for other rectal cancer patients. |