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Stranger in a foreign land

L L Ronk1

  • 1Patrick AFB, Cocoa Beach, Fl., USA.

Seminars in Perioperative Nursing
|March 25, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Major surgery is intimidating for patients. Perioperative nurses and anesthesia providers can enhance patient sensitivity by recognizing the unfamiliar and frightening aspects of the surgical environment from the patient

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Anesthesiology
  • Patient Experience

Background:

  • Surgical procedures, particularly major ones, can induce significant patient anxiety.
  • Healthcare professionals may become desensitized to the patient's perspective due to frequent exposure to the surgical environment.
  • The unfamiliarity of the operating room can be likened to navigating a foreign country, causing fear and intimidation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To underscore the importance of patient sensitivity in perioperative care.
  • To encourage healthcare providers to empathize with the patient's potentially frightening experience.
  • To highlight the value of personal experience in fostering clinical empathy.

Main Methods:

  • The abstract is based on a personal reflection and anecdotal experience.
  • It draws parallels between the author's unfamiliar experiences and patient experiences during surgery.
  • Qualitative insights into patient perception and provider empathy.

Main Results:

  • Personal experiences in unfamiliar situations can significantly enhance a provider's empathy towards patients.
  • Recognizing the 'foreign' nature of the surgical environment for patients is crucial for effective care.
  • Increased sensitivity can improve the patient's overall perioperative experience.

Conclusions:

  • Perioperative nurses and anesthesia providers should actively cultivate empathy for their patients' experiences.
  • Understanding the psychological impact of the surgical setting is vital for compassionate care.
  • Personal reflection can be a powerful tool for professional development in healthcare.

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