Experiences of adult extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patients following discharge: A mixed methods study

Savas H., ÖZDEMİR KÖKEN Z., Celik S. S.

Heart and Lung, cilt.49, sa.5, ss.592-598, 2020 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 49 Sayı: 5
  • Basım Tarihi: 2020
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1016/j.hrtlng.2020.03.009
  • Dergi Adı: Heart and Lung
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.592-598
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, Patient discharge, Quality of life, Health needs, Mixed methods, QUALITY-OF-LIFE, ECMO, SUPPORT, SURVIVORS, OUTCOMES
  • Lokman Hekim Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

© 2020 Elsevier Inc.Background: Survival and discharge rates after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation are gradually increasing. More research is warranted to investigate extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patients’ post-discharge experiences, problems and quality of life. Objective: The aim of this study was to determine adult extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patients’ experiences, problems and quality of life following discharge. Methods: A mixed methods research was used. Study sample consisted of 11 adult extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patients discharged at least one month prior to study entry. In-depth interviews were conducted. Participants' quality of life was assessed using the EuroQol 5 Dimension 5 Level questionnaire. Results: Two categories (pre- and post-discharge), 7 themes and 16 sub-themes were developed based on in-depth interviews. According to the EuroQol 5 Dimension 5 Level, participants had high perceptions of health. Conclusion: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patients should be provided with comprehensive post-discharge education, exercise programs, social support and regular home visits for post-discharge assessment and follow-up care.