| "Others had similar problems and you were not alone": evaluation of an open-group mutual aid model in cardiac rehabilitation. | |
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PMID: 21206355 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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BACKGROUND: Dealing with psychological and social issues is an important aspect of comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programs. STUDY AIM: This study aims to evaluate the use of an open-group mutual aid model facilitated by a social worker and occupational therapist in a secondary prevention CR program. METHOD: A mixed-method study, using questionnaires, focus group data, and reflective interviews of group facilitators, was used to evaluate the program. STUDY FINDINGS: Key themes emerging from this study were (1) the need for provision of hope; (2) a desire for structure and support; (3) appreciation of support of fellow group participants; and (4) the need for individuals to review, process, and interpret their illness trajectory. CONCLUSIONS: In this single site study, an open-group model using a mutual aid model was acceptable and helpful as a method to facilitate adjustment after an acute cardiac event. Further evaluation of this approach using experimental methods is warranted. |
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Authors:
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Maryse Arndt; Fiona Murchie; Anthony M Schembri; Patricia M Davidson |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Evaluation Studies; Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The Journal of cardiovascular nursing Volume: 24 ISSN: 1550-5049 ISO Abbreviation: J Cardiovasc Nurs Publication Date: 2009 Jul-Aug |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2011-01-05 Completed Date: 2011-05-06 Revised Date: 2011-08-25 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8703516 Medline TA: J Cardiovasc Nurs Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 328-35 Citation Subset: IM; N |
Affiliation:
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Occupational Therapy Department, St George Hospital, Kogarah, New South Wales, Australia. |
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Attitude to Health* Focus Groups Group Processes Health Services Needs and Demand Heart Diseases* / psychology, rehabilitation Humans Male Middle Aged Models, Organizational Morale New South Wales Occupational Therapy / organization & administration* Patient Care Team Patient Education as Topic / organization & administration Peer Group Program Evaluation Questionnaires Self-Help Groups / organization & administration* Social Support Social Work / organization & administration* |
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