Self-Efficacy and Body Image in Individuals With Colorectal Cancer and Stomas

Key Points

• To explore the relationship between self-efficacy and body image in individuals with colorectal cancer and stomas.
• Focused on stoma-related education and psychosocial support
• Targeted nursing interventions to address physical concerns and social stigma
• Emphasized emotional well-being to aid patient adaptation
• Enhanced self-efficacy and body image reported among participants
• Improved quality of life observed due to targeted interventions
• Positive adaptation in individuals with stomas noted as a key outcome