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Human Response to Illness

ByProf. Neema A. Aboushady

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At the end of this lecture the student will be able to:

Identify the stages of illness &the role of the nurse during each stage.

Describe the significance of the patient’s need for onclusion,control &affection during his or her adaptation to illness.

Objectives

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Specify nursing strategies that are appropriate for assisting patient to develop & maintain a positive self image &body image.

Explain the emotions of anxiety, anger,hostility&grief.

Cont.

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Use nursing process as framework for care of the patient with emotional reaction to illness& treatment.

Assess the significance of role changes that result from illness.

Identify nursing action that promote effective coping strategies.

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Stages of illness 1-First stage 2-Second stage 3-Third stage Adapting to illness 1-Basic emotional need 2-Self image & body image 3-Emotional reaction to illness 4-Role changes

Outline

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Coping strategies 1-Denial 2-Seeking information 3-Requesting emotional support 4-Learning self care 5-Setting concrete 6-Rehearsing alternative outcome 6-Finding meaning in illness

Cont.

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Best Wishes