A Study to Assess the Level of Stress Regarding Haemodialysis among Chronic Renal Failure Patients in a Selected Hospital at Ernakulam, Kerala, India
Journal Title: International Journal of Research and Review - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 11
Abstract
Background: Stress is a part of normal fabric of human existence. Haemodialysis can cause various types of stress such as physical, emotional, physiological and economic stress. Objective: To assess the level of stress regarding haemodialysis in Chronic Renal Failure patients. Materials and Methods: Quantitative approach with descriptive design was adopted for the the study. Sample consists of 100 Chronic Renal Failure patients on haemodialysis were selected through convenient sampling technique. Four point rating scale with 40 statements was prepared for assessing the level of stress among CRF patients on haemodialysis. Results: The study finding revealed that out of 100 samples 56% of patients have severe stress, 27% have extreme, 14% have moderate and 3% have mild level of stress. Conclusion: The study emphasized the importance of assessing the level of stress regarding haemodialysis among Chronic Renal Failure patients. The researchers suggest to conduct similar study on larger population by including more hospitals. An experimental study can be done about the effect of deviation methods in the stress management.
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Mrs. Nice Joseph
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