Patienters upplevelser av att leva med svårläkta sår : En litteraturöversikt

Sammanfattning: Background: Chronic wounds are a long-term condition which means that the wound does not heal within the normal time frame. Good care is a growing need when it comes to chronic wounds. Healthcare needs more knowledge about how they can cater and meet this need. Aim: The purpose of the literature review was to describe patients' experiences of living with chronic wounds. Method: A literature review based on 11 qualitative articles. A thematic analysis was done.The databases used to search for data were CINAHL and Pubmed. Results: The results identified two main themes. Creates limitations in everyday life with subthemes: Reduced social interaction and Pain problems. The main theme Significant forwound healing has the subthemes: Become your own wound expert and Good care relationship. Conclusion: Living with a chronic wound meant decreased spontaneity. The opportunity to influence one's own everyday life is limited because of the wound. The nurse has an important role to play in being able to apply person-centered care. The nurse can facilitate the person's everyday life and contribute to an improved quality of life. Further research should be done to increase the quality of care for wounds that are difficult to heal.