摘要:

This article reviews the literature relevant to quality of life. It begins with a historical perspective, definition and measurement of quality of life and an overview of quality of life in chronic illness; proceeds to an overview of quality of life of cardiac patients; and concludes with an application to practice. The article includes issues related to measurement relevant to both researchers and consumers of data. In addition, concerns regarding measurement of quality of life components are reviewed and applications of quality of life data using a nursing approach are described.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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This study describes the quality of life of adults after a heart transplant. Based on Chrisman and Fowler's systems-in-change model, 22 subjects were interviewed using the McMaster Health Index Questionnaire and the Cantril Self-Anchoring Scale. The greatest improvement in quality of life of these subjects was in physical function but benefit was also noted in social and emotional function, with overall quality of life being excellent.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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Cardiac disease is a major threat to the quality of life of both patients and families. Using King's definition of a social system, this article provides a general overview of the impact of cardiac disease on the family social system. Acute and chronic illness require emotional, cognitive, and materials support to prevent maladaptive coping by patients and family members. Techniques for family assessment are detailed. Specific interventions appropriate for acute, transitional, and rehabilitative care are provided. Implications for nursing practice and research that includes family members are given.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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The quality of life of 51 elderly subjects enrolled in cardiac rehabilitation is described to devise strategies for improving QOL as an outcome of a therapeutic regimen. Based on Chrisman and Fowler's Systems-in-Change Model, physical function, social function, and emotional function were assessed via the McMaster Health Index Questionnaire and the Cantril Self-Anchoring Scale during participation in cardiac rehabilitation. The greatest benefit of cardiac rehabilitation to subjects was in physical function, but benefits were also noted in social and emotional function.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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Major life-style changes are required after an acute coronary event, although the vast majority of patients are unsuccessful in maintaining these changes. This study examines factors clients view as enabling or disabling their life-style changes for health promotion. Ten patients in a cardiac rehabilitation program were interviewed using grounded theory methodology. Both health protection and health promotion stimulated life-style change, as did instructions from the physician and life enjoyment. Enabling and disabling factors affecting the process of repatterning were individually defined, but changes in beliefs, attitudes, and plans facilitated repatterning. Specific precipitants to change, forces influencing change, and methods of repatterning life style are discussed, as are nursing implications.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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This article describes a method of evaluating research with the use of grounded theory methology, a qualitative research technique. The preceding article by Frenn and colleagues, which uses this method to study the process of life-style change, is evaluated as an example. Sample procedures, data collection and analysis, and evaluation of scientific merit are discussed.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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Coronary heart disease remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States today. Type A behavior pattern has emerged as an important contributor to coronary heart disease. This review describes the development of the concept of type A behavior, definitions, and measurement. Early research that led to the prominence of type A behavior is reviewed, as are recent trends in the literature. Supporting theories such as the Western civilization work ethic, enhanced need for control, self-involvement, and ambiguous standards of evaluation are presented. The controversy over changing type A behavior is also discussed.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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Diagnosis of significant disease is a major stressor that may interfere with a patient's quality of life. This case study reports the nursing care of a 29-year-old female marathon runner diagnosed with congenital heart disease. The nursing diagnoses, Alteration in Family Process, Disturbance in Self-Esteem, and Knowledge Deficit are addressed in care plan format.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

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The angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors are beneficial to hypertensive patients and those experiencing congestive heart failure. These agents appear to have fewer side effects than many other commonly used agents. Nursing interventions include monitoring for individual responses to the drugs and providing adequate education to ensure the patient's compliance with the drug regime.

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0889-4655    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1989

数据来源: OVID