Self-care of renal patients under conservative treatment: an integrative review

Abstract

Objective: The objective of the following research was to identify scientific studies related to self-care of renal patients under conservative treatment. Method: This is an integrative literature review carried out by using literature through searched on the databases LILACS, BDENF, and MEDLINE, in May 2010, using as descriptors: chronic renal failure and self-care, and the keyword nursing. Sixteen productions have selected, comprising the study sample. Results: The results point to two main perspectives: health promotion as a factor making slow the dialysis in chronic kidney disease and health education as self-care practice in the conservative treatment. Conclusion: It has concluded that the majority of the studies address the clinical aspects and drug therapy, without giving emphasis to preventive programs, prevention of complications and slowing of renal disease.