The Value of Applying a Continuous Nursing Model Based on Virtual Platforms for Patients with Colostomy or Ileostomy

Abstract

OBJECTIVE To explore the application potential of continuous nursing training based on a comprehensive virtual platform in patients with colostomy or ileostomy. METHODS A total of 100 patients with colostomy or ileostomy were equally divided into two groups. Patients in the control group received standardized routine care, whereas patients in the experimental group received continuous nursing care through the virtual platform. Both the control group and the experimental group were followed up by regular telephone calls once per week and completed the following questionnaires both 1 week after discharge and 3 months after discharge: Stoma Care Self-efficacy Scale, Exercise of Self-care Agency Scale, State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, Short Form-36 Health Survey Questionnaire, and a questionnaire on postoperative complications. RESULTS Patients in the experimental group, who received continuous care, exhibited significantly higher scores in self-efficacy (P =.029), self-care responsibility (P = 0.030), state anxiety and trait anxiety (both Ps