A Patient / Family Care Study on Epigastric Hernia

Abstract

Patient and family care study is a report primarily about the care rendered to a patient and family with the aid of the nursing process. The care lasts for a period of time from the time of meeting the patient on the ward till discharge through home visit till care is terminated. This study helps In broadening the knowledge of the student nurse on the nursing process which serves to provide a systematic methodology of nursing practice. It also helps the student nurse unify, standardize and direct nursing practice. The study also helps the student nurse to be abreast of the necessary care given to patients, emphasizing health promotion, maintenance and restoration or enhancing a peaceful death, depending on the patient's condition. The study again, is an academic exercise that forms part of the requirement for an award of Certificate by the Nurses’ and Midwives’ Council of Ghana to practice as a Registered General Nurse. During the study, a student nurse is required to give comprehensive details of a particular patient and family which include assessment of the patient and family to enable the student to set goals and objectives for proper implementation. Due to the comprehensive care plan given, the student nurse becomes equipped with information on the patient’s condition.