Knowledge regarding care of AV Fistula among Hemodialysis patients in Nepal

4^th International Conference on Nursing & Healthcare

October 05-07, 2015 San Francisco, USA

Sanjita Acharya Pandey

Human Organ Transplant Center, Nepal

Posters-Accepted Abstracts: J Nurs Care

Abstract :

The objective of this study was to explore the knowledge of AV fistula care among hemodialysis patients .A descriptive research study design was used for the study. This study was conducted at Human Organ Transplant Center Bhaktapur Nepal among 50 respondents. The information was collected by face to face interview technique using semi-structured questionnaire .The data was analyzed by using descriptive statistical techniques i.e. mean, frequency, and percentage. The findings were presented in the form of relevant tables, graphical chart and line diagrams. Majority of the respondent (74%) had adequate knowledge whereas 24% of respondents hade moderate knowledge regarding care of AV fistula. Most of the respondents lacked knowledge on protecting fistula arm from cold environment. This study concludes that there is a need of educational programme for the patients� attending hemodialysis unit to improve their level of knowledge and prevent complications.

Biography :

Sanjita Acharya Pandey has completed her Bachelor of Nursing level at the age of 27 years from Tribhuvan University Nepal. She is now working as senior staff nurse at Human Organ Transplant Center (http://hotc.org.np) under Department of Health Services Nepal. She has more than 7 years of experiences in the sector of nursing healthcare in Nepal.

Email: sanjita.sai@gmail.com