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摘要
objective: to identify the sensorial perceptions of the patients towards the arteriovenous fistula and describe them from their social-communicating senses. methods: creative techniques were performed during hemodialysis session with five patients. participants were asked to draw something that represented having an arteriovenous fistula. after drawing, six pictures were displayed, each with a body sense, and patients were questioned about the feelings toward arteriovenous fistula for each of the senses. their statements were recorded on magnetic tape. results: the creative techniques allowed for identifying feelings like sadness, bitterness, and dependence, caused by having an arteriovenous fistula and the approaches in social life. conclusion: when valuing the patient%26apos;s senses whilst living with an arteriovenous fistula, the nurse re-estimates the care that is delivered.
