Coping strategies of ostomized individuals

Authors

  • Natalia Campos Barnabe Sao Paulo State University Júlio de Mesquita Filho; Medical School at Botucatu
  • Magda Cristina Queiroz Dell'Acqua Sao Paulo State University Júlio de Mesquita Filho; Medical School at Botucatu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692008000400010

Keywords:

ostomy, adaptation, psychological, nursing

Abstract

This study aimed at understanding the experience of individuals with intestinal diversions as regards coping with their new life conditions. The qualitative approach was used, involving 11 ostomized subjects. The data were collected by means of semi-structured interviews which were taped and later fully transcribed and analyzed according to Content Analysis as proposed by Bardin and the Coping theoretical framework . The findings in the study were evidenced by three core categories denominated: i did not choose it; i had to accept it and i have to live with the ostomy. The form to manage the condition of being ostomized was revealed by coping strategies which were based on both emotions and the problem itself. The study contributed for reflection and application of knowledge in assistance practice and teaching for care the ostomized.

Downloads

Download data is not yet available.

Downloads

Published

2008-08-01

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 4 (2008)

Section

Original Articles

License

RLAE’s authorship concept is based on the substantial contribution by each of the individuals listed as authors, mainly in terms of conceiving and planning the research project, collecting or analyzing and interpreting data, writing and critical review. Indication of authors’ names under the article title is limited to six. If more, authors are listed on the online submission form under Acknowledgements. The possibility of including more than six authors will only be examined on multicenter studies, considering the explanations presented by the authors.
Including names of authors whose contribution does not fit into the above criteria cannot be justified. Those names can be included in the Acknowledgements section.
 Authors are fully responsible for the concepts disseminated in their manuscripts, which do not necessarily reflect the editors’ and editorial board’s opinion.

 

How to Cite

Coping strategies of ostomized individuals. (2008). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 16(4), 712-719. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692008000400010