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Using diversional activity to enhance coping.

R M Radziewicz1, S M Schneider

  • 1MetroHealth Medical Center, Department of M/S/O/P Nursing, Cleveland, OH 44109.

Cancer Nursing
|August 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Nurses can address diversional activity deficit in prolonged hospital stays with a new assessment tool. This practical approach enhances patient coping and relationships with minimal cost.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Patient Care

Background:

  • Prolonged hospital treatment can lead to diversional activity deficit.
  • This diagnosis impacts patient well-being and requires nursing intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a tool for assessing patients' diversional needs.
  • To highlight the benefits of addressing diversional activity deficit.

Main Methods:

  • Development and description of a novel assessment tool.
  • Focus on practical application in clinical nursing settings.

Main Results:

  • The tool facilitates assessment of diversional needs.
  • Implementation can improve nurse-patient relationships.
  • Enhanced patient coping mechanisms observed.

Conclusions:

  • The described tool offers a cost-effective solution for managing diversional activity deficit.
  • Supports nurses in providing creative and practical patient care.
  • Contributes to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.

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