Community impact of integrative therapy for renal patients people during session hemodialysis

Abstract

Objective: To understand the repercussions of Integrated Community Therapy (ICT) for people during renal hemodialysis session. Method: Field research intervention type, with exploratory and descriptive goals, performed in a qualitative approach. The ICT was held in July 2011, people with renal disease were eligible, who underwent hemodialysis from 6 pm to 10 pm. The hemodialysis circle was recorded, videotaped and transcribed. The video was presented to the participants, and then they were interviewed. The transcription of the circle and the interviews were subjected to thematic analysis. Results: It was observed that the circle provoked an explosion of feelings: excitement, admiration and compassion, even in the facial transformation of people: from afflicted/grieved, the serene and joy ful as the circle was developing. Conclusion: The ICT was a practice for the care, by providing the opportunity to express feelings, to promote reflection on the experience, condition, treatment and strengthening to cope with their difficulties.