Supporting Factors in Continuing Life of Chronic Renal Failure Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis

Abstract

Chronic Kidney Failure Patients undergoing hemodialysis therapy experience an impact. Not only the physicalimpact, but the patient also experiences a psychosocial impact. On the other hand, the patient must also continuehis life with a good quality of life. This study aims to obtain an overview of the supporting factors of chronic kidneyfailure patients undergoing hemodialysis therapy to continue their lives. This research used qualitative researchwith a phenomenological study approach. Data was collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews with32 participants who underwent hemodialysis therapy at a hospital in Buleleng. Data was analyzed by the stepsin the Colaizzi method. Results: There were 4 themes generated: encouragement to bounce back from oneself,support from the surrounding environment, psychological burden during treatment, and the role of religion andculture. This theme is the basis for developing intervention models and service systems to reduce psychosocialdistress in patients undergoing hemodialysis