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Nursing care for women after breast gland operations
EISENWORTOVÁ, Lucie
This bachelor's thesis, entitled "Nursing care for women after breast gland operations," investigates the provision of care to women following oncological diseases. The research draws on interviews with nurses who deliver this care, focusing on those employed in surgical departments, oncology clinics, and general practitioners' clinics for adults. The theoretical framework of the thesis concentrates on nursing care post-surgery and the ensuing convalescent care, incorporating anatomical basics and preoperative care into its scope. The objectives of the study were to ascertain the role of the nurse in patient care following breast surgery, to identify specific aspects of postoperative care, and to define the nurse's role during the convalescence period. The empirical section of the thesis employs qualitative research methods, specifically semi-structured interviews with nurses working in the aforementioned departments. Ten nurses participated in this study: five from surgical departments, three from oncology clinics, and two from a general practitioner's clinic. Findings reveal the processes involved in nursing care, detailing preoperative, postoperative, and long-term care from the perspective of nurses. Further insights were gained into the educational activities performed by nurses and the psychological aspects of patient care, as reported by the nurses. The study also highlights current shortcomings in patient care and explores potential future alternatives. Recommendations for future practice emphasize the importance for nurses to engage with emerging knowledge in the care of patients with oncological conditions.
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