The Role of Mutuality on Quality of Life for Adults with Chronic Illness and Their Nurses
Author Information
Author(s): Cilluffo Silvia, Lyons Karen, Bassola Barbara, Vellone Ercole, Pucciarelli Gianluca, Clari Marco, Dimonte Valerio, Lusignani Maura
Primary Institution: University of Milan
Hypothesis
The study investigates the association of nurse-patient mutuality on the quality of life of mid-late life adults with chronic illness and their nurses.
Conclusion
The study found that better perceived mutuality between patients and nurses is associated with improved mental quality of life for both groups.
Supporting Evidence
- Nurses and patients’ perceptions of their mutuality were positively correlated.
- The better the patient perceived mutuality with their nurse, the better their mental quality of life.
- The better the nurse perceived mutuality with their patient, the better their mental quality of life.
- A significant partner effect was found where better nurse perception of mutuality was linked to poor patient mental quality of life.
Takeaway
When patients and nurses feel connected and work together, it can help the patients feel better mentally.
Methodology
The study used a multi-center design to examine the perceptions of mutuality between nurses and patients.
Limitations
The study did not find significant associations with physical quality of life.
Participant Demographics
Patients had an average age of 64.5 years, and nurses had an average age of 41.8 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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