Publications by authors named "Monica Ferrada-Munoz"
Article Synopsis
- End-stage chronic kidney disease significantly affects patients' quality of life and incurs high healthcare costs, prompting the need for deeper understanding.
- The study involved interviews with eighteen dialysis patients to explore their social perceptions of kidney disease, through qualitative methods like content analysis.
- Eight key categories emerged from the findings, highlighting the importance of social support, personal beliefs, emotional well-being, and the need for a holistic approach to healthcare that engages patients, families, and communities.
