Study on the Influence of Dyadic Psychoeducational Intervention on Patients With Maintenance Hemodialysis

Launched by JIANGSU TAIZHOU PEOPLE'S HOSPITAL · Jan 2, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how a special type of psychological support can help people with end-stage kidney disease who are on maintenance hemodialysis (a treatment that helps filter waste from the blood). The goal is to improve the quality of life for these patients and their caregivers by using two different psychological intervention strategies. This research is designed to help nurses provide better support in blood purification centers.

To be part of the study, patients must be at least 18 years old, have been receiving hemodialysis at the hospital for over three months, and volunteer to participate. Caregivers who help take care of these patients can also join if they are over 18 and are the main person providing care. However, individuals with serious mental health issues or significant health problems will not be eligible. Participants can expect to receive psychological support and guidance, which may help them feel better and manage their situation more effectively.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • The inclusion criteria of MHD patients were: (1) meeting the diagnostic criteria of CKD; (2) Maintenance hemodialysis at the blood purification center of our hospital for more than 3 months; (3) over 18 years of age; (4) Volunteer to participate in this study.
• • MHD caregiver inclusion criteria: (1) over 18 years of age; (2) Responsible for the main care tasks of MHD patients; (3) Volunteer to participate in this study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Exclusion criteria for MHD patients: (1) Patients with cognitive impairment or audio-visual impairment unable to communicate normally; (2) Patients diagnosed with mental illness or who are receiving medication or psychotherapy for depression.
• • MHD caregiver exclusion criteria: (1) Caregivers with cognitive impairment or audiovisual impairment unable to communicate normally; (2) Caregivers suffering from serious heart, brain, liver, kidney and other important organ diseases; (3) carers or paid carers.