The meaning of ostomy care to nurses: a case study

Authors

  • Lorena Moraes Goetem Gemelli Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná; Departamento de Enfermagem
  • Márcia Maria Fontão Zago Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692002000100006

Keywords:

nursing, ostomy

Abstract

This study aimed to identify how nurses working in a hospital interpret ostomy care. The case-study methodology was used. The obtained results originated four categories: the patient needs special care, it is necessary to provide orientation, in order to provide orientation, the nurse needs..., the recognition of difficulties in delivering special care. These categories express that the care given to ostomy patient by the nurses is not appropriate due to the lack of specific knowledge.

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Published

2002-01-01

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 1 (2002)

Section

Original Articles

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How to Cite

The meaning of ostomy care to nurses: a case study. (2002). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 10(1), 34-40. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692002000100006