Based on previous studies,
patients are motivated and willing
to take responsibility for self-care,
and this has also been identified as
a prerequisite for effective selfmanagement.
It is also noteworthy
that, according to this study,
patients appreciated receiving
information about the disease and
support, both of which are aspects
to which nurses can contribute.
Information about aspects related
to everyday life was especially
appreciated.
In this study, patients highly
valued nurses and their work,
which was in accordance with earlier
studies. However, we must
remember that while nurses have
the professional responsibility for
counselling, they also have the
right to gain more information by
being offered education about
counselling.