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Spinal cord injury.

T S Richmond1

  • 1Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Nursing Clinics of North America
|March 1, 1990
PubMed
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Providing optimal nursing care helps individuals with spinal cord injuries achieve fulfilling lives. Personalized support considers disability, environment, and lifestyle for maximum patient potential.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Quality of Life Studies

Background:

  • Spinal cord injury (SCI) presents unique challenges impacting patient well-being.
  • Achieving a satisfactory life post-SCI requires individualized care approaches.
  • The nursing role is central to addressing the human response to SCI.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the successful outcome of care for individuals with spinal cord injuries.
  • To highlight the importance of personalized care strategies.
  • To emphasize the nurse's pivotal role in maximizing patient potential.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a conceptual analysis based on existing literature and clinical experience.
  • It focuses on the holistic human response to spinal cord injury.

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  • It examines factors influencing patient and family adaptation.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful outcomes are defined by the patient's ability to live a satisfactory and fulfilling life.
    • Individualized care plans are essential, considering disability, social context, and lifestyle.
    • Nurses are uniquely positioned to facilitate this process.

    Conclusions:

    • The ultimate goal of SCI care is to enable a high quality of life.
    • Effective care necessitates a tailored approach to each patient and family.
    • Nurses play a critical role in empowering individuals with spinal cord injuries to reach their full potential.