A study to explore lived experiences of patients receiving hemodialysis at selected referral hospitals of Jabalpur city, with developing an intervention and identify health needs to improve health services

Abstract

Hemodialysis is an obligatory boon cum life-long aftermath for patients with compromised kidney performance. Aim: The aim of study was to explore lived experiences of patients receiving hemodialysis at selected referral hospitals of Jabalpur city, with developing an intervention and identify health needs to improve health services.Objectives1. To explore lived experiences of patients receiving hemodialysis. 2. To identify the health needs of patients receiving hemodialysis. 3. To develop an intervention. Methodology: 100 patients, receiving hemodialysis were selected from hemodialysis unit of Medical College Jabalpur, using non- probability convenient sampling. Results: Seven distinct major themes developed-Coping and new self, Plethora of manifestations, financial breakdown, future insecurities, struggle versus hope for survival, feeling of dependency and lack of awareness.