This article describes a nursing experience of a teenager with end-stage renal disease who successfully underwent kidney transplantation. During the nursing period from January 6 to January 30, 2019, the author confirmed that the patient had health problems of acute pain, anxiety, potential risks for infection, and a lack of knowledge through holistic assessments.
The care processes for reducing his pain perception included the use of tapes or pins to fix the wound and drainage tubes and ways to divert attention from pain. In terms of lowering his anxiety, we explained the purpose and process comprehensively before each nursing care. In addition, we encouraged him to use communication software to participate in group discussions and share positive experiences to increase confidence for future life. We also educated the patient on how to reduce the risk of infection by performing good wound care, recognizing early signs of infection, and understanding the importance of wearing a mask and washing his hands frequently. Finally, we set the same learning goals together, enhanced his knowledge and memory of immunosuppressive drugs, encouraged good living habits, and reminded him to return to the outpatient department on time, eventually solving the problems. We want to share these experiences to provide a reference for clinical care.