Nursing care for colostomized patients: an integrative review of the literature

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https://doi.org/10.21727/rpu.v16i2.5125

Abstract

Colostomy, which consists of the exteriorization of a part of the large intestine, has a profound impact on the lives of patients, requiring specialized care to facilitate adaptation and avoid complications. This study aimed to examine the existing scientific evidence related to nursing care for colostomy patients, through an integrative literature review. The research included publications between 2019 and 2024, selected from the SCIELO, CAPES and BVS databases, through well-defined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The findings indicate that the systematization of nursing care (SAE), combined with educational strategies and biopsychosocial support, is essential to encourage self-care and rehabilitation of patients. The role of the nurse goes beyond care delivery, encompassing approaches that seek to reduce the emotional and social impact of the ostomy. It is concluded that evidence-based practice and continuous training are essential to ensure the quality of care and improve the quality of life of colostomy patients.

Keywords:  Nursing Care; Colostomy; Adaptation; Self-care.

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Lorene Ferreira de Figueredo da Rocha, Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras)

Enfermeira pela Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras), RJ, Brasil.

Lília Marques Simões Rodrigues , Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras)

Mestre pelo Mestrado Profissional em Enfermagem pela Universidade Federal Fluminense, Brasil(2012)
Coordenadora do Curso de Enfermagem e Professora Titular da Univassouras-RJ, Brasil.

Fernando de Carvalho Kakumu, Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras)

Docente do Curso de Enfermagem da Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras), Vassouras, RJ, Brasil.

Jannaina Sther Leite Godinho Silva, Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras)

Docente do Curso de Enfermagem da Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras), Vassouras, RJ, Brasil.

Marilei de Melo Tavares, Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras)

Docente do Curso de Enfermagem da Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras), Vassouras, RJ, Brasil.

Mario Luiz Jacobino Ribeiro, Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras)

Docente do Curso de Enfermagem da Universidade de Vassouras (UniVassouras), Vassouras, RJ, Brasil.

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Published

2025-07-19

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Vol. 16 No. 2 (2025): Revista Pró-UniverSUS V 16 N 2

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Nursing

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Copyright (c) 2025 Lorene Ferreira de Figueredo da Rocha, Lília Marques Simões Rodrigues , Fernando de Carvalho Kakumu, Jannaina Sther Leite Godinho Silva, Marilei de Melo Tavares, Mario Luiz Jacobino Ribeiro

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