A STUDY TO ASSESS THE STRESSORS AND COPING STRATEGIES AMONG PATIENTS UNDERGOING HAEMODIALYSIS ADMITTED IN SELECTED HOSPITALS OF GUJARAT STATE WITH A VIEW TO DEVELOP INFORMATIONAL BOOKLET

Author Name: Shruti Maoulikkumar Modi

Volume: 03/01

Country: India

DOI NO.: 11.2023-61555522 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/07.2025-27373344/GIJNR

Affiliation:

1. Assistant Professor, Pioneer Nursing College Vadodara, Gujarat, India

ABSTRACT

The study aimed to assess the stressors and coping strategies among patients undergoing haemodialysis and to develop an informational booklet as a supportive educational tool. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and 100 patients were selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using a structured interview questionnaire for stressors and a Likert scale to assess coping strategies. Results indicated high prevalence of physiological, psychological, and social stressors among haemodialysis patients. Coping strategies such as emotional sharing, social and spiritual support, and acceptance were underutilized. The study concludes the need for targeted educational interventions to enhance coping and patient well-being.

Key words: Haemodialysis, Stressors, Coping Strategies, Informational Booklet, Chronic Kidney Disease, Patient Education