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Living with ureteric stents: a phenomenological study.
Therese Kelly1, Marcella Horrigan Kelly2
1Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Urology, Galway University Hospitals, Galway, Ireland.
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|May 10, 2019
Summary
Ureteric stents (JJ stents) significantly impact patients' quality of life, causing physical and mental burdens. Urological nurses can improve patient experiences through education and support.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Patient Experience
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Ureteric stents (JJ stents), since 1967, are associated with symptoms like voiding dysfunction, incontinence, depression, and sexual dysfunction.
- These symptoms negatively impact patients' quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance understanding of the lived experience of patients with ureteric stents.
- To explore the multifaceted impact of ureteric stents on patient well-being.
Main Methods:
- Hermeneutic interpretive phenomenology, based on Heidegger's philosophy.
- Qualitative research design to capture in-depth patient experiences.
Main Results:
- Ureteric stents significantly affect patients' quality of life.
- Five emergent themes: disruption to daily activities, physical burden, mental burden, influence of time, and influence of others.
Conclusions:
- Urological nurses play a crucial role in improving the patient experience.
- Key interventions include patient education on stent symptoms/management, psychological support, and advocacy for adverse symptom management.
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