HEMODIALYSIS: THE RENAL CHRONIC PATIENT PERCEPTION

This is a descriptive exploratory study about experiences of patients on hemodialysis. It sought to understandthe meaning of hemodialysis and the impact of this therapeutic modality for the patients. Were carried out semi-structuredinterviews with four patients and we indentified five themes, wich w...

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Published inCogitare enfermagem Vol. 14; no. 4; pp. 689 - 695
Main Authors Lívia de Paula Pereira, Maria Vilaní Cavalcante Guedes
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Universidade Federal do Paraná 01.12.2009
Subjects
Care
Chronic disease
Chronic renal insufficiency
Hemodialysis
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Summary:This is a descriptive exploratory study about experiences of patients on hemodialysis. It sought to understandthe meaning of hemodialysis and the impact of this therapeutic modality for the patients. Were carried out semi-structuredinterviews with four patients and we indentified five themes, wich were organizated according to Bardin’s content analysis.The disease and hemodialysis can affect both the perception and behavior regarding the social relations of the patient.Various existential projects tend to be canceled or modified by the situation experienced. Trust in the divine power and thepresence of significant others emerged in a constructive manner in the speech of patients as a possibility of strengtheningand resilience. In addition, the care for these people must be performed in a consistent, responsible and humane manner,and directed to their uniqueness.
ISSN:1414-8536
2176-9133
DOI:10.5380/ce.v14i4.16384