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The alcoholic family: a nursing diagnosis validation study
Summary
This study developed a new nursing diagnosis for altered family processes due to alcoholism. It identified key factors like family history and poor problem-solving skills, along with defining characteristics in feelings, roles, relationships, and behaviors.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Family Health
- Addiction Studies
Background:
- Alcoholism significantly impacts family dynamics and processes.
- Existing nursing diagnoses may not fully capture the complexities of alcoholism within families.
- A validated nursing diagnosis is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a new nursing diagnosis: altered family processes related to alcoholism.
- To establish consensus among nurse experts on the definition, related factors, and characteristics of this diagnosis.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Delphi technique with 201 nurse experts.
- Assessed consensus using mean, frequencies, and Fehring's Diagnostic Content Validity Index.
- Analyzed terms for definition, related factors, and defining characteristics.
Main Results:
- Supported a proposed definition and related factors, including family history of alcoholism and lack of problem-solving skills.
- Identified defining characteristics grouped into feelings (e.g., mistrust, insecurity), roles/relationships (e.g., disturbed dynamics, marital issues), and behaviors (e.g., denial, dependency).
Conclusions:
- The study successfully developed and validated a new nursing diagnosis for alcoholism's effect on family processes.
- Findings provide a foundation for understanding and addressing alcoholism within family systems.
- Further research is recommended for developing and testing nursing interventions for affected families.