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Does Preoperative Ostomy Education Decrease Anxiety in the New Ostomy Patient? A Quantitative Comparison Cohort

Michelle S Harris^1,2,3, Katherine Kelly^1,2,3, Carol Parise^1,2,3

¹Michelle S. Harris, DNP, RN, FNP-C, CWOCN, Fresno School of Nursing, California State University, Fresno, California.

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Preoperative ostomy education significantly reduces postsurgical anxiety in patients. Offering this education before surgery, alongside routine care, leads to lower anxiety levels compared to standard postoperative education alone.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Surgical Nursing
Psychological Well-being

Background:

Postsurgical anxiety is a significant concern for patients undergoing ostomy surgery.
Standard preoperative education may not adequately address patient anxiety related to ostomy procedures.
Early intervention through education can potentially mitigate psychological distress.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of presurgical ostomy education on postsurgical anxiety levels.
To compare anxiety in patients receiving preoperative and postoperative ostomy education versus those receiving only postoperative education.

Main Methods:

A quantitative, prospective, comparison cohort study was conducted with 30 participants.
Participants were divided into two groups: one receiving preoperative and postoperative ostomy education, the other receiving only postoperative education.
Anxiety was measured using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Survey (HADS) during postoperative education sessions.

Main Results:

Patients receiving preoperative ostomy education demonstrated statistically significant lower postsurgical anxiety scores (P < .001).
The intervention group, which included preoperative education, showed a marked reduction in anxiety compared to the control group.

Conclusions:

Presurgical ostomy education is an effective strategy for reducing postsurgical anxiety.
Integrating preoperative ostomy education into standard care pathways can improve patient psychological outcomes.
Further research can explore long-term effects and patient-reported outcomes.