The role of nurses in the wellbeing of patients with borderline personality disorder
Seiplax, Johanna Sofia (2025)
Seiplax, Johanna Sofia
2025
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025051210709
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025051210709
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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex personality disorder causing an inability to regulate emotions, leading to increased impulsivity, difficulty in forming relationships, and difficulties with self-perception. Individuals with BPD often face inconsistent care as well as stigma in healthcare settings. The aim of this thesis is to improve the well-being of patients with BPD, with an emphasis on nurses involvement in
improving wellbeing.
A systematic review of literature was done using EBSCO Academic Search Elite, CINAHL, PubMed Central, and MEDLINE. Inductive content analysis was done using the process laid out by Elo and Kyngäs, and the findings were interpreted using Jean Watson’s Human Caring Theory.
Two main themes were identified. The first, individualized nursing care, included the subthemes of open nurse-patient communication and nursing education and understanding of BPD. The second, Impact of therapeutic intervention, included subthemes of personalized care plans, transitioning from care, and patient education. The conclusion of this study is that compassionate, patient-centered care, focused on being present and communication, can improve the experience and treatment outcome
of individuals with BPD.
improving wellbeing.
A systematic review of literature was done using EBSCO Academic Search Elite, CINAHL, PubMed Central, and MEDLINE. Inductive content analysis was done using the process laid out by Elo and Kyngäs, and the findings were interpreted using Jean Watson’s Human Caring Theory.
Two main themes were identified. The first, individualized nursing care, included the subthemes of open nurse-patient communication and nursing education and understanding of BPD. The second, Impact of therapeutic intervention, included subthemes of personalized care plans, transitioning from care, and patient education. The conclusion of this study is that compassionate, patient-centered care, focused on being present and communication, can improve the experience and treatment outcome
of individuals with BPD.