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The Impact Of Obesity Surgery On Psychosocial Health, Sibel Taze, Oya Gumuskaya, Mustafa Taşkın
The Impact Of Obesity Surgery On Psychosocial Health, Sibel Taze, Oya Gumuskaya, Mustafa Taşkın
Journal of Perioperative Nursing
Background: As obesity affects different dimensions of health, psychosocial wellbeing of patients can be predicted to significantly improve after bariatric surgery.
Method: This qualitative study focused on determining the experience of patients who underwent bariatric surgery and the psychosocial impact of it on their daily lives and provides nurses with detailed information regarding patients’ experience. While some of these outcomes were in line with the literature, they have also revealed new aspects and provided deeper understanding regarding individuals’ experiences.
Results: Five themes were identified: limitations in physical activity, social isolation due to negative body image, increased self-esteem, change in romantic …
Technology Stress In Perioperative Nursing: An Ongoing Concern, Judith Smith, Debra Palesy
Technology Stress In Perioperative Nursing: An Ongoing Concern, Judith Smith, Debra Palesy
Journal of Perioperative Nursing
The following discussion will explore the impact of technology on perioperative nursing roles and the development of the phenomenon coined ‘technology stress’. We will begin by reviewing the ongoing debate of technical versus caring nursing practices. The impact of advanced technology on perioperative nursing roles is explored, highlighting the development of technology stress. The paper concludes with some recommendations for further research.