Qualitative Study on the Return-to-Work Experience of Middle-aged and Young Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction after PCI Surgery
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https://doi.org/10.61360/BoniGHSS252017640203Keywords:
middle-aged and young, AMI, post-PCI, return to work, qualitative studyAbstract
Objective To understand the return-to-work experience of patients with acute myocardial infarction after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) surgery, and to Analysis of influencing factors. Methods Descriptive phenomenological research method was used,a semi-structured interview was conducted in 16 young and middle-aged AMI patients after PCI, Colaizzi 7-step analysis method was used to analyze the data. Results Four main themes were identified, including:inadequate self-efficacy, participation in cardiac rehabilitation, and negative psychological impact,comprehensive support system. Subthemes included: inadequate understanding of PCI surgery, decreased social interaction ability , lifestyle improvement, control of risk factors,fear of disease progression, and anxiety, positive family guidance, professional support, employer support, social recognition. Conclusion Individualized cardiac rehabilitation, continuity of care, strengthened psychological interventions, and other measures should be implemented based on the personalized characteristics of patients to promote their return to work and good maintenance.
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