Abstract

End stage renal disease (ESRD) is a public health problem that is expected to continue to rise and has overwhelming effects on individuals' psychological, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Treatment options include hemodialysis (HD), which is a lifesaving procedure for patients suffering from ESRD where a dialysis machine and a dialyzer are used to clean and purify the blood as their kidneys are not functioning normally. This patient population will suffer from muscle atrophy and weakness due to inactive lifestyle and lack of physical activity. They also question their existence, are extremely stressed, and are afraid of death.

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Author Details

Ghada Ballout Dunbar, PhD, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CENP

Sigma Membership

Iota Sigma

Type

Dissertation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Quasi-Experimental Study, Other

Research Approach

Quantitative Research

Keywords:

Spirituality, Physical Activities, Dialysis Adequacy, Health Promotion, Renal Disease, Quality of Life

Advisor

Lina Badr

Second Advisor

Sheryl Tyson

Third Advisor

Lowell Renold

Degree

PhD

Degree Grantor

Azusa Pacific University

Degree Year

2021

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2022-01-27

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