Importance of stoma care nurses in preparing patients for stoma surgery and adjustment to life with a stoma
Natasha Rolls,
Johanne Louise Gotfredsen,
Martin Vestergaard
et al.
Abstract:Background: Stoma surgery is a life-changing event and patients must subsequently make significant adjustments to their lives. Aim: The study set out to understand the level of interaction between patients and stoma care nurses (SCNs) in relation to preparing patients for stoma surgery and in adjustment to life with a stoma. Methods: Retrospective, self-reported questionnaires for patients and SCNs. Results: Most patients (98%) with planned stoma surgery had pre-operative consultations with health professional… Show more
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