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Jody Scardillo1, Karen S Dunn, Ronald Piscotty
1Jody Scardillo, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York. Karen S. Dunn, PhD, RN, FGSA, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan. Ronald Piscotty Jr, PhD, RN-BC, University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore.
Higher resilience is linked to better ostomy adjustment in adults with permanent stomas. This study highlights resilience as a key factor for adapting to life with an ostomy.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Rehabilitation
Background:
- Ostomy adjustment presents unique challenges for individuals with permanent stomas.
- Resilience is a psychological factor that may influence adaptation to chronic health conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationship between resilience and ostomy adjustment in adults with permanent stomas.
- To determine if increased resilience correlates with improved adjustment to a permanent ostomy.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, correlational research design was employed, guided by the Roy Adaptation Model.
- 48 adults with permanent stomas from East Coast ostomy support groups completed validated questionnaires on resilience and ostomy adjustment.
- Data were analyzed to explore relationships between resilience, ostomy adjustment, and demographic factors.
Main Results:
- A significant positive correlation was found between higher levels of ostomy adjustment and higher levels of resilience (r = 0.65, P ≤ .01).
- Participants reporting greater ostomy adjustment also reported higher resilience scores.
Conclusions:
- Resilience appears to be a significant facilitator of successful adjustment to a permanent ostomy.
- Interventions aimed at enhancing resilience may support individuals living with ostomies.
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