Post traumatic stress disorders for Patients Undergoing Abortion and Nursing Implications

Document Type : Original Article

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1 Assistant Lecturer of Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Helwan University

2 Prof. of Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Zagazig University

3 Assist. Prof. of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing Mansoura University

Abstract

Background: Post traumatic stress disorders [Post abortion syndrome (PAS)] is a term that
has been used to describe the emotional and psychological consequences of abortion.
Complications of abortion account for more than 80 % of maternal deaths. The aims of the
present study were to; determine physical and psychological alarming signals that denote
complications among aborted women as well as to plan and implement an educational
program for upgrading nurse's knowledge pertaining to the management of patients
undergoing abortion. Research design: A Descriptive and an intervention design" were
selected in carrying out this study and representative samples of 400 aborted women and 20
nurses were recruited for this study. Setting: Obstetrics and Gynecological Department at
Zagazig University Hospitals through a period of one year, The tools used for data
collection were; an interview questionnaire sheet, clinical assessment form, the follow up
sheet and Pre and post evaluation sheet. The results are; Aborted women suffered immediate
physical and late posttraumatic stress disorders, and there was a statistically significant
improvement in nurse’s knowledge about abortion and its management at the post test of the
intervention program.abortion. It can be concluded that, Aborted women suffered immediate
physical and late posttraumatic stress disorders, and there was a statistically significant
improvement in nurse’s knowledge about abortion and its management at the post test of the
intervention program. The study recommended that; relevant nursing curricula must entail
a detailed portion about abortion, PTSD, management and post-abortal hygiene. And nursing
role for women underwent abortion should be recommended in maternity hospital protocols.

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