Effect of an Educational Instructions on Lifestyle Modification and Self-esteem in Morbid Obese Patients undergoing Bariatric Surgery | ||||
| International Egyptian Journal of Nursing Sciences and Research | ||||
| Volume 6, Issue 2, May 2025, Page 226-248 PDF (583.42 K) | ||||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/ejnsr.2025.380232.1447 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
Sabah Nazeh Mohamed Elderiny1; Rania Mohamed Gad El-Bastwese2; Waffa Ahmed Saleh3; Mohamed Abd El-Rahman Elsaied Elhoty  4
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| 1Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Helwan University, Egypt | ||||
| 2Community Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Mansoura University, Egypt | ||||
| 3Psychiatric Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, South Valley University, Egypt | ||||
| 4Medical surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Helwan University, Egypt | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Background: Obesity is a widespread health issue worldwide, linked to various medical conditions. Bariatric surgery is recognized as an effective and safe intervention for individuals with morbid obesity. However, the surgery to be successful and patients maintain long-term weight loss without relapses, significant changes in lifestyle habits are essential. Aim: To evaluate the effect of educational instructions on lifestyle modification and self-esteem in morbid obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery. Method: The study employed a quasi-experimental design, selecting 42 patients as a purposive sample. Tools: I). A structured Interview Sheet, II). A knowledge Assessment Questionnaire, III). A Lifestyle Modifications Tool, & IV). The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSE). Results: There was a statistically significant improvement in patients’ knowledge about morbid obesity, bariatric surgery, lifestyle modifications, and self-esteem following the educational intervention compared to their pre-intervention levels. Conclusion: Application of an educational instructions’ intervention led to a marked improvement in patients' knowledge, self-esteem, and adherence to lifestyle modifications at both one- and six-months post-intervention as compared to their pre-intervention. Recommendation: Bariatric educational programs should be delivered by a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support sustained and effective weight loss following bariatric surgery. Utilizing digital communication tools such as social media, telephone support, and online platforms can help overcome common barriers including cost, time constraints, and geographic distance. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Bariatric Surgery; Educational Instructions; Lifestyle Modifications; Morbid Obese | ||||
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