[Qualitative research on psychological experiences of advanced schistosomiasis patients]

To understand the psychological experiences of advanced schistosomiasis patients, so as to provide the evidence for formulating a systematic and scientific nursing scheme.

Twenty advanced schistosomiasis patients were studied with the qualitative research method.

There were 70% (14/20) patients with labor limited, 50% (10/20) with a moderate anxiety, irritability and other negative emotions, and 65% (13/20) with moderate discomfort.

Most of advanced schistosomiasis patients have negative emotions. Therefore, the suitable psychological nursing should be given to these patients to improve their quality of life.