title: Hemodialysis stressors and coping strategies among Jordanian patients on hemodialysis: a qualitative study.
abstract: The aim of this study was to examine the lived experiences of Jordanian patients with chronic kidney disease who received hemodialysis. Qualitative interviews were conducted to identify patients' lived experiences. Transcripts analyzed led to seven common themes: lifestyle change, time wasted, symptom-related suffering, marital and family role disruption, religious commitment disruption, motivators to alleviate stressors, and experience of healthcare providers' support. Findings revealed areas where nurses and other healthcare providers can improve care for this patient population and for patients with other chronic illnesses.
authors.affiliation: Amman Alahliah University Nursing School, Amman, Jordan. emanalnazly@hotmail.com
authors.forename: Eman
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Al Nazly
authors.forename: Muayyad
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Ahmad
authors.forename: Carol
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Musil
authors.forename: Manar
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Nabolsi
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D004496:Education, Continuing; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007597:Jordan; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D008019:Life Style; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D036301:Qualitative Research; D006435:Renal Dialysis / Q000523:psychology*; D013315:Stress, Psychological; D055815:Young Adult