Pos-559 Evaluation of Mineral and Bone Disorders in Patients Who Have Survived for More Than 2 Years on Maintenance Hemodialysis in India

Abstract

patients spent the majority of their time. When off dialysis, watching T.V. remained popular as well as spending time with family.Patients were able to identify a range of activities they felt were meaningful or enjoyable however many of these activities they felt they were no longer able to complete such as attending church, socializing and playing sport. 87% of patients reported they would, or potentially would, be interested in engaging in art activities during dialysis.Staff response was limited but those who did partake were in favour with 75% outright supporting the project. Staff identified positive potential outcomes for the project such as preventing boredom, helping time to go quicker, encouraging chats with peers, being beneficial to mind and body and encouraging patients to do something else with their time. Identified barriers to the programme included intrinsic factors such as lack of patient motivation, wanting to sleep, poor vision, lack of dexterity and lethargy and extrinsic factors such as dialysis access and treatment hindering participation. Conclusions: With positive responses from both staff and patients regarding the piloting of a creative arts program during dialysis funding was approved by the Trust's Kidney Patient's Association. Commencement of the program was delayed due to Covid-19 but plans are now underway to launch with the aim to have additional outcomes by April 2021 to present.