A Model for the HELLP Syndrome: The Maternal Experience
Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal NursingPublished 1 January 2004
Maria C. Kidner, Mary Beth Flanders-Stepans
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The essential structure of the experience of HELLP syndrome can be expressed as a circle of no control and not knowing, which included the five themes of premonition, symptoms, betrayal, whirlwind, and loss.
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The essential structure of the experience of HELLP syndrome can be expressed as a circle of no control and not knowing, which included the five themes of premonition, symptoms, betrayal, whirlwind, and loss. The pervading emotions expressed were fear (of death), frustration, anger, and guilt. HELLP syndrome represents a unique maternal experience that can be expressed in a model.
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