ASSESSMENT OF SELF CARE ABILITY LEVEL AMONG PATIENTS UNDERGOING HEMODIALYSIS IN GHURKI TRUST TEACHING HOSPITAL, LAHORE

Abstract

Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a global health concern with a rising prevalence, impacting millions of individuals worldwide. As CKD progresses to end stage renal disease (ESRD), one of the most common and life-sustaining treatment modalities is hemodialysis (HD). Objectives: To assess the self-care ability level among patients undergoing hemodialysis in Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital, Lahore Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study design was Ghurki Trust Teaching Hospital Lahore. The data were calculated from the patients undergoing hemodialysis. The participants were selected on the base of inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were analyzed by using statistical chi square test with p less than 0.05. Results: A majority 54.7% were male, while the majorities 70.9% were married. Notably, the largest proportion 35% fell within the 26-30 years age. In terms of qualification, a majority 57.3% fell into the intermediate category. Furthermore, a significant majority 57.3% had undergone hemodialysis treatment for over a year. Conclusion: The predominant type of hemodialysis access was AV fistula 49.6%, and most participants 51.3% resided in rural areas. Financially, the majority (71.8%) fell within the average range. Additionally, the study highlights the predominance of participants with intermediate qualifications, prolonged hemodialysis duration, AV fistula access, rural residency, and average financial status among the sample population