Relationship between Self-Efficacy and Activitiy of Daily Living (ADL) in Post-operative Patients

Abstract

Surgery is a type of treatment using invasive methods which often causes pain, edema, immobilization after surgery, resulting in a decrease in muscle strength and the ability to ambulate. Increasing post-operative patient mobilization with self-efficacy can increase patient independence in carrying out activities. The research aims to analyze the relationship between self-efficacy and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in post-operative patients. The research design is descriptive using a cross sectional study approach. Inclusion criteria were patients undergoing major surgery, aged >18 years, hospitalized for 24-48 hours and compos mentis awareness. Data were collected on 57 respondents using the General Self Efficacy (GSE) and Care Dependency Scale (CDS) questionnaires. The results of the research showed the Spearman rank statistical test with a p value = 0.001, this shows that there is a significant relationship with a positive correlation between self-efficacy and ADL in post-operative patients in the Asparaga Room at Dr Haryoto Lumajang Hospital. Self-efficacy is an important aspect in influencing the independence of performing ADLs in post-operative patients. One of the roles of nurses in the post-operative phase is providing physical and psychological services through self-efficacy which can influence confidence and motivation.