英文摘要 |
This study described the experience of nursing a peritoneal dialysis patient who received laparoscopic cholecystectomy for gallstones. The period of nursing care began on January 6, 2013, and ended on January 18 of the same year. Based on the surgeons’ evaluations, temporary post-surgical hemodialysis was recommended but this was rejected by the patient. The study was conducted using Gordon’s 11 Functional Health Patterns and the data were collected through observations, interviews, as well as physical assessments. The patient’s nursing care problems were confirmed to include potentially dangerous infections, anxiety, and imbalanced nutrition (less than the body’s requirement). During the nursing care process, a multi-disciplinary care strategy was implemented where the care staff actively responded to the patient’s demands, encouraged her to express internal feelings, and respected her decision to refuse hemodialysis. With the use of abdominal models, the patient’s primary caretaker was taught through the demonstration and repetition method on how to perform fluid exchanges to prevent infections during the dialysis process, as well as help minimize the patient’s fear and anxiety towards hemodialysis. In consultation with dieticians, personalized care plans were co-developed to correct the problem of imbalanced nutrition. Through the above care strategies, the patient did not suffer from infections when she left the hospital, and the problem of imbalanced nutrition saw improvement as well. With the family’s support, the patient was able to re-establish self-care capabilities and achieve improved quality of life. A thorough implementation of health education on different types of dialysis is therefore recommended to enhance the caretaker’s knowledge and care-giving abilities as this will ensure that the patient receives continuous and comprehensive care. |