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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Nephrology
  • Infectious Disease Epidemiology

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic presents unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems globally.
  • Pandemics are characterized by widespread geographical impact and inherent uncertainty due to rapid changes.
  • Dialysis nurses provide life-sustaining therapy, an essential service during public health crises.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To offer practical considerations for nephrology nurses.
  • To support nurses in navigating the uncertainties of pandemic situations.
  • To enhance the provision of essential dialysis care during widespread health emergencies.

Main Methods:

  • This article is a conceptual piece.
  • It synthesizes expert considerations for clinical practice.
  • No empirical data collection or analysis was performed.

Main Results:

  • Key considerations for nephrology nurses are presented.
  • Strategies for thriving in uncertainty are discussed.
  • The focus is on maintaining essential dialysis services.

Conclusions:

  • Nephrology nurses require specific guidance to manage pandemic-related challenges.
  • Thriving in uncertainty is crucial for delivering continuous, life-sustaining dialysis therapy.
  • Proactive consideration of pandemic protocols is essential for patient and provider well-being.