Improving emotional well-being and quality of life for patients on hemodialysis

Construction of a Theoretical Model of Medical Behavior of Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease From the Perspective of Supply: An Empirical Analysis Based on Andersen Behavior Model

Observational Shanxi Medical University · NCT06175585

This study is testing a new nursing approach to see if sharing personal stories can help people on hemodialysis feel better emotionally and improve their quality of life.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment80 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorShanxi Medical University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Taiyuan, Shanxi)
Trial IDNCT06175585 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to develop a narrative nursing protocol to enhance the practice of narrative nursing for patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis. By implementing this protocol, the study will assess its effects on patients' negative emotions, self-efficacy, and overall quality of life. Data will be collected before and after the interventions to evaluate the impact of narrative nursing measures on these psychological and emotional factors. The goal is to demonstrate how targeted nursing interventions can improve the well-being of patients with chronic kidney disease.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with end-stage renal disease and have been on dialysis for more than three months.

Not a fit: Patients with severe systemic diseases, mental disorders, or those unable to understand the study's requirements may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the emotional and psychological well-being of patients undergoing hemodialysis.

How similar studies have performed: While narrative nursing is a recognized approach, this specific application in the context of hemodialysis is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria:

* Patients diagnosed with ESRD and treated with dialysis for more than 3 months;
* Patients aged ≥18 years old;
* Patients with complete clinical data;
* Patients who are clearly conscious and can accurately express their willingness;
* Patients who have signed informed consent and are willing to cooperate with the study.

Exclusion criteria:

* Patients with other serious systemic diseases, such as severe cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, severe diabetes, etc.;
* Patients with mental disorder, such as cognitive or intellectual disability;
* Patients with a history of anxiety and depression;
* Patients with intermittent loss of consciousness or are unable to understand the questions in the questionnaire.

Where this trial is running

Taiyuan, Shanxi

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Narrative NursingMaintenance HemodialysisChronic Kidney Diseasesself-efficacynegative emotionslife quality
Last reviewed 2026-06-10 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.