Self‐management support for people with chronic kidney disease: Patient perspectives

BACKGROUND: Self-management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is crucial for health outcomes and people need to be effectively supported by healthcare professionals (HCPs). Some programmes designed to improve self-management have been implemented, but people with the disease are rarely consulted regarding what they desire from these programmes. OBJECTIVES: To provide a synthesis of the literature on preferences for self-management support of people with CKD. DESIGN: An integrative review. METHODS: Four databases (MedLine, CINAHL, PsycARTICLES and PsycINFO) were searched using relevant search terms. RESULTS: The search strategy identified 1,913 records, of which 12 studies met inclusion criteria. Ten themes were identified as important areas to be addressed by self-management interventions. In addition, patient suggestions for implementation of such interventions are discussed. CONCLUSION: The principles of a person-centred approach ought to frame the support provided by HCPs when supporting those with CKD to better self-manage.