Comparative study of nursing care for patients with HIV infection and diabetes mellitus with complications from chronic infected wounds.

Abstract

      This article aims to present a comparative nursing care for patients with HIV infection and diabetes mellitus who have complications from chronic infected wounds. Bamrasnaradura Institute. Two case studies. As HIV patients have a complex and severe disease, they are easily infected with opportunistic infections due to low immunity and multiple organ failure occurred, suffering both physically and mentally from incurable chronic diseases and changing image. Patients require continuous care in the face of severe and critical illnesses, which present challenges in nursing care. The study included a holistic assessment of the patient’s health, including physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual aspects, based on the Gordon Health Model. Assessment, monitoring of various complications, providing nursing care consistent with nursing diagnosis using nursing process along with case management.

      Results: It was found that a comprehensive and holistic patient care process that ensures continuous care for patients can reduce or prevent serious complications and enable patients to adapt appropriately to society.