The Emotional Aspect of Cardiothoracic Nursing Supporting Patients and Families

Cardiothoracic nursing, a specialized field specialized to the care of patients with heart and lung conditions, goes beyond clinical expertise to encompass a profound emotional dimension. This article explores the emotional aspect of cardiothoracic nursing, discussing in detail on the pivotal role nurses play in providing emotional support to both patients and their families. Patients undergoing cardiothoracic procedures grapple with fear, vulnerability, and pain, necessitating compassionate care. Cardiothoracic nurses can alleviate emotional distress through empathetic communication, supportiveness, patient education, and empowering patients to be active participants in their care. Equally important is the support provided to families, who often experience significant stress and anxiety. Effective communication, coping strategies, and a family centred care approach are vital to assisting families during this challenging journey. Other than those, nurses themselves must employ coping strategies and self care to manage the emotional toll of their profession. Acknowledging and addressing the emotional needs of patients, families, and nurses alike is essential for holistic and compassionate cardiothoracic care. Dr. (Prof.) Jomon Thomas | Sherin P Shaji | Santhya Kunjumon | Priyanka Rajak | Arun James "The Emotional Aspect of Cardiothoracic Nursing: Supporting Patients and Families" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-7 | Issue-4, August 2023, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd59809.pdf Paper Url:https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/nursing/59809/the-emotional-aspect-of-cardiothoracic-nursing-supporting-patients-and-families/dr-prof-jomon-thomas