An educational project for patients on hemodialysis to promote self-management behaviors of end stage renal disease education.

Patient knowledge of hemodialysis and end stage renal disease (ESRD) is crucial to effective self-management and improved outcomes. This project evaluated the effect on patient knowledge of a short-term, one-on-one educational program for patients with ESRD. Twenty-six participants completed a knowledge survey before and after the educational intervention. The structured one-on-one sessions on ESRD education improved overall knowledge scores from an average of 66% to 90% on pre- and post-test assessment, respectively. Findings showed a significant improvement in ESRD knowledge post-intervention (p < 0.000), which could lead to improved self management and better outcomes.