Exploring the health behaviour practices of elective ad-hoc percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) patients
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2011-04-08T20:25:52Z
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Throndson, Karen Lynn
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Interventional technologies such as elective percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI)are increasingly used to manage the symptoms of coronary artery disease (CAD); however, this treatment approach is associated with poor risk factor management. The purpose of this study
was to understand the factors that influence the health behaviors of elective PCI patients. A qualitative approach, using Interpretive Description, was used to explore the ten participants’ healthcare experiences, their perceptions of CAD, and the rationale for their health choices. This generated a profile of these individuals and their post-PCI health behaviours. Health behaviours were influenced by multiple factors and are reflected in the themes: what a relief – I’m better;
uncertainty about their future health; the importance of relations; and barriers to lifestyle change. These findings not only extend our understanding of the elective PCI patients’ health behaviour choices but also provides insight into key areas to target for improving health service
delivery.
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qualitative, interview, elective angioplasty, percutaneous coronary intervention, health behaviours, lifestyle changes, tertiary prevention, beliefs, perceptions, experiences, health services