Effectiveness of Bundles of Nursing Care on Level of Neuropathy Pain among Diabetic Patients

Effectiveness of Bundles of Nursing Care on Level of Neuropathy Pain among Diabetic Patients

Dhanushiya D1, Prof Dr.Leena J 2, Dr V Ramamoorthy3

1Nursing Tutor,Fundamentals of Nursing Department, PSG College Of Nursing

2 Professor, HOD of Fundamentals of Nursing Departement, PSG College of Nursing

3 HOD of PMR, PSG Hospitals, Peelamedu.

Abstract - Introduction: Diabetic neuropathy most often damage nerves in patients with diabetes. High blood sugar (glucose) can injure nerves throughout the body. Methods: Quasi Experimental, Non-randomized Control Group design was adopted. Thirty study participants were recruited using non-probability purposive sampling technique. The level of neuropathy pain was assessed using Modified Galer Neuropathy Pain and Semmes - Weinstein Monofilament (10gm) testing. The Bundles of Nursing Care were implemented which included Contrast bath, Isometric exercises and Education on Foot Care Management to the interventional group of diabetic patients. Results and Discussion: The calculated ‘t’ values were 31.5 and 14.2 greater than the given table value at the level and p<0.001 among interventional group on level of neuropathy pain using Modified GNPS and Monofilament respectively. There was a significant association

between the age group of study participants with pretest scores among diabetic patients in interventional group. Conclusion: Bundles of Nursing Care was effective for diabetic patients

with neuropathy pain.

Key words: Bundles of Nursing Care, Level of Neuropathy Pain, Contrast bath, Isometric exercises and Foot Care Management.