Peritoneal dialysis: patient education based on the self-care model <b>[Abstract in English]</b>

Authors

  • Ana E. Figueiredo
  • Leonardo V. Kroth
  • Maria Helena I. Lopes

Abstract

Objectives: Peritoneal dialysis is a treatment option for end-stage renal disease. Such modality of renal replacement therapy is usually performed as a home based treatment. Patient and family commitment is essential for success. Teaching and training patients to proficiently selfcare are a nurses’ role. The nursing model that is best adapted for educating uraemic patients is based on the Orem’s self-care theory. The present paper describes the model used at the Dialysis Unit at Hospital São Lucas of PUCRS (HSL/PUCRS) and reviews the methodology for educating chronic renal failure patients.
Data source: Peritoneal dialysis educational program experience at HSL/PUCRS.
Data summary: Orem’s self-care model is employed at HSL/PUCRS since 1986, aiming for patient safety and independence. The dialysis nurse evaluates patient motivation, manual ability and knowledge. An individualized training, developing theoretical aspects and dialysis practice follows.
Conclusion: the self-care model can be safely employed to educate peritoneal dialysis patients, improving quality of life and leading to patient independence.
KEY WORDS: PATIENT EDUCATION; PERITONEAL DIALYSIS; KIDNEY FAILURE, CHRONIC; HOME NURSING; UREMIA.

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2006-10-17

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Figueiredo, A. E., Kroth, L. V., & Lopes, M. H. I. (2006). Peritoneal dialysis: patient education based on the self-care model <b>[Abstract in English]</b>. Scientia Medica, 15(3). Retrieved from https://revistaseletronicas.pucrs.br/index.php/scientiamedica/article/view/1567

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Vol. 15 No. 3 (2005)

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