Living With An Insertable Cardiac Monitor: Influences On Self-Care Management
WESTERN JOURNAL OF NURSING RESEARCH(2021)
摘要
The insertable cardiac monitor (ICM) is technology for diagnosing cardiac arrhythmias. The perception of those living with the device and how this relates to self-care management is unknown. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of those with undiagnosed cardiac symptoms living with an ICM. This study used a qualitative descriptive design. Analysis of data was by intraparticipant analysis, interparticipant analysis, and interrelationships. Three global categories emerged: (a) influences on self-care, (b) dealing and (c) monitoring. Self-care management after insertion of the ICM was determined by the participant's perception of health, what symptoms they were experiencing and whether there was a positive or negative experience with the clinician. Many indicated little to no regular communication regarding symptoms and ICM results. Increasing communication relevant to management of health and long-term findings may assist in enhancing physical and psychological health.
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insertable cardiac monitor, arrythmias, self-care management, qualitative
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