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Identifying and assessing anxiety in pre-operative patients
1Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Clatterbridge Hospital, Wirral, Merseyside. Michael.Pritchard@whnt.nhs.uk
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|September 17, 2009
Summary
Hospital efficiency often means same-day surgery admission, leaving little time for patient assessment. The Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale can help identify anxious patients needing extra support.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Perioperative Medicine
- Patient Psychology
Background:
- Modern hospitals face increasing efficiency demands, leading to same-day surgery admissions.
- This limits healthcare professionals' time for pre-operative patient assessment, including anxiety screening and information needs.
- Identifying and supporting anxious patients is crucial for optimal surgical outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale (APAIS).
- To assess the utility of APAIS in identifying pre-operative anxiety in surgical patients.
- To highlight the importance of anxiety assessment in the perioperative setting.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of pre-operative anxiety assessment tools.
- Focus on the Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale (APAIS).
- Evaluation of APAIS's ease of use and effectiveness in identifying patient anxiety.
Main Results:
- The Amsterdam Preoperative Anxiety and Information Scale (APAIS) is a practical tool for patients.
- APAIS can effectively identify patients experiencing pre-operative anxiety.
- The scale aids in determining which patients require additional support.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare professionals should utilize validated instruments like APAIS to assess pre-operative anxiety.
- Early identification of anxiety can lead to timely interventions and improved patient care.
- Efficient patient assessment tools are vital in the context of modern hospital practices.
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