EFFICACY OF NURSING STRATEGIES INTERVENTION (NSI) ON BIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS AMONG CHRONIC RENAL FAILURE (CRF) PATIENTS UNDERGOING HEMODIALYSIS.
Abstract
In India, the prevalence of CRF has been steadily rising due to a combination of factors. Unhealthy lifestyles, including poor dietary habits, sedentary behavior, and a high prevalence of conditions like diabetes and hypertension, contribute to the increasing burden of kidney diseases. Diabetes and hypertension are two major risk factors for CRF, as they damage the blood vessels and structures of the kidneys, impairing their function over time. Additionally, genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and lack of access to healthcare services in certain regions further compound the problem.
Methods
The research design was pre experimental design with one group of repeated measurement pre and post-test control group design was adopted. The investigator had selected 60 samples of CRF patients who fulfilled the inclusive criteria. The samples were selected using purposive sampling technique. Following the sample selection. On day 1 base line assessment of biological parameters was done, which was followed by the Nursing strategies intervention post test one, post test two, post test three, post test four, post test five was conducted with interval of 7 days between each post test using the same tool.
Results
There was significant difference in potassium values among various observations (F=12.13, p<0.001). There was significant difference in urea values among various observations (F=9.15, p<0.001). There was significant difference in creatinine values among various observations (F=8.632, p<0.001). There was significant difference in sodium values among various observations (F=87.0, p<0.0001).
Conclusion
NSI was effective in maintaining the biological parameters of CRF patients undergoing hemodialysis, thus it might positively influence the CRF patients physical health. Hence NSI can be recommended for CRF patients undergoing hemodailyis for maintaining the biological parameters.
