Abbasali Zerati

Assistant Professor of Nephrologists, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran

[ 1 ] - Effect of ice chips on intensity of thirst and fluid intake in patients undergoing hemodialysis

Background: Thirst is the most common complaint of patients undergoing hemodialysis with stimulating the patient to drink more fluids result in intradialytic weight gain. Thirst leads to some complication including heart problem which is one of the most common causes of death in these patients. Aim: To determine the effect of ice chips on thirst and fluid intake of patients undergoing hemodialy...

[ 2 ] - The effect of a care plan based on the Roy Adaptation Model on level of Fatigue in hemodialysis patients

Background: Fatigue and lack of energy is a common symptom in hemodialysis patients that affects patients' self care. It can also result in job loss, increased dependence to special health care and increased mortality. Aim: This study examines the effect of employing a care plan based on the Roy Adaptation Model on level of fatigue in hemodialysis patients. Method: This clinical trial was perfo...