Nursing Support Improves Quality of Life for IBD Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Mercuri Caterina, Giordano Vincenza, Bosco Vincenzo, Serra Nicola, Spagnuolo Rocco, Nocerino Rita, Rea Teresa, Colaci Carmen, Guillari Assunta, Doldo Patrizia, Simeone Silvio
Primary Institution: Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Catanzaro MagnaGraecia, Italy
Hypothesis
Does a tailored nursing intervention improve QoL and the psychological and physical well-being of IBD patients compared to standard care?
Conclusion
Tailored nursing support via remote communication significantly benefits IBD patients by alleviating psychological distress and enhancing their overall well-being.
Supporting Evidence
- Group A showed significant improvements in anxiety, depression, fatigue, and sleep quality.
- Patients receiving the nursing intervention reported a better quality of life compared to the control group.
- The intervention included regular telephone consultations and prompt email responses from trained nurses.
- Both groups showed improvements in fatigue, but Group A had a more significant reduction.
- Significant differences were observed in sleep quality and overall well-being between the two groups at follow-up.
Takeaway
This study shows that nurses can help people with a gut disease feel better by talking to them on the phone and through email.
Methodology
A pilot comparative observational design with pre-test and post-test assessments was employed, involving 50 participants assigned to either an intervention group or a control group.
Potential Biases
Exclusions due to incomplete data and withdrawal could introduce selection bias.
Limitations
The small sample size and reliance on data from a single health facility may limit the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 18–75 years with confirmed diagnosis of IBD.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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