THE ROLE OF NURSES IN POSTOPERATIVE CARE AND SUPPORT FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE PATIENTS AFTER DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION IN PRIMARY HEALTH CARE SETTINGS

Central Asian Journal of Medical Hypotheses and Ethics, 2025

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DOI 10.47316/cajmhe.2025.6.1.03
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Abstract

Introduction: Parkinson’s disease is a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder that significantly impacts patients’ quality of life. Deep brain stimulation is a surgical treatment used to manage Parkinson’s disease symptoms, requiring comprehensive postoperative care. Nurses play a crucial role in this process, particularly in Kazakhstan, where structured nursing interventions in postoperative care remain underdeveloped. Search Strategy: The literature review was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, and other reputable sources, focusing on studies from 2010 to 2024. Keywords included “Parkinson’s Disease,” “Deep Brain Stimulation,” “Postoperative Nursing Care,” and “Primary Health Care in Kazakhstan.” Main Findings: Nurses in Kazakhstan’s primary health care system face challenges in providing optimal postoperative care for Parkinson’s disease patients after deep brain stimulation due to a lack of standardized protocols and specialized training. Nursing responsibilities include monitoring symptoms, early detection of complications, and patient education. However, professional development opportunities for deep brain stimulation nursing care remain limited. Conclusion: Enhancing nursing interventions through structured training programs, standardized protocols, and interdisciplinary collaboration can improve postoperative outcomes for PD patients in Kazakhstan.