Sjuksköterskans möte med Anorexia Nervosapatienter : vägen till en relation. En litteraturstudie

Sammanfattning: Anorexia nervosa is a severe and multifaceted eating disorder generally found in the female population. Throughout anorectic starvation relationship related conflicts revolving round power and autonomy are bound to happen. For that reason the most crucial part of treatment should be to build a trusting relationship.The aim of this study was to describe relationship promoting strategies a nurse can use during care of anorexia nervosa patients. This literature study derives from a qualitative analysis of scientific articles. The findings indicate on five different strategies a nurse can use during care of anorexia nervosa patients. All five strategies are described in the following themes: see the person behind the disease, offer control and freedom of choice, offer support, inspire with confidence, and the significance of reflection. For good result they demand the nurses utmost interest in patients and work, or else a relationship is likely not to be established.