Qualitative study on cognition of transition readiness of adolescent patients with inflammatory bowel disease by gastroenterology nurses
Objective:The study deeply understands gastroenterology nurses'cognition of adolescent patients'transition readiness of inflammatory bowel disease,so as to providing a basis for managers to develop effective measures to improve nurses'cognition of adolescent patients'transition readiness and promote the further improvement and implementation of transition readiness nursing.Methods:Objective sampling method was used to conduct semi-structured in-depth interviews with 14 nurses nursing inflammatory bowel disease in the gastroenterology department in two Class A tertiary hospitals in Shanghai.The interview data were explored by Colaizzi 7-step analysis method.Results:Four themes were identified including recognition of the need for transition readiness,lack of transition readiness knowledge,poor implementation of transition readiness assessments and inadequate management of the transition readiness process.Conclusion:Gastroenterology nurses attach importance to the transition readiness of adolescent patients with inflammatory bowel disease,but their cognition and practice have limitations.Nursing managers should adopt scientific methods to improve nurses'cognition and behavioral practice,accurately evaluate the transition readiness of adolescent patients,and implement relevant management norms to promote the smooth transition of adolescent patients to adults.
Inflammatory bowel diseaseNurseAdolescentTransitional readinessCognitionQualitative research