KHẢO SÁT TÂM LÝ CỦA BỆNH NHÂN ĐƯỢC CHỈ ĐỊNH PHẪU THUẬT TẠI BỆNH VIỆN ĐA KHOA TỈNH KIÊN GIANG NĂM 2024

Abstract

Background: When surgery is indicated, patients often experience psychological instability. This condition not only affects their preparation and the surgical procedure itself but also influences the postoperative recovery process. Therefore, assessing the psychological status of patients when surgery is recommended and identifying specific reasons for each patient is crucial for implementing appropriate interventions, thus establishing effective treatment plans and supporting patients more effectively. The Depression Anxiety Stress Scales-21 (DASS-21) allows for the assessment of patient psychology across three dimensions: anxiety, depression, and stress. It has been widely developed and utilized in psychological and healthcare research.. Objective: A research aimed at evaluating the psychological status of patients scheduled to undergo surgery at the General Hospital of Kien Giang Province in 2024 was conducted using the DASS-21 scale. Subjects and research methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study on 230 patients with unstable mental health in the Surgical - Anesthesia and Resuscitation Department, Kien Giang Provincial General Hospital. Results: the proportion of patients experiencing anxiety and stress was high, at 44.8% and 41.7%, respectively. Five main causes were identified: concerns about complications, surgical costs, impact on life, surgical risks, and lack of care and support. These results indicate a statistically significant difference with p < 0.05. Conclusion: The research indicates the importance of developing support plans, as well as psychological treatment plans for patients with surgical indication, in order to minimize the undue psychological effects that may arise from patient's unstable mental state when indications for surgery.