Ali A. Ammouri
Hashemite University,Jordan
Title: Symptom Management Strategies Of Patients Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery
Biography
Biography: Ali A. Ammouri
Abstract
Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the symptom management strategies utilized by post CABG patients and its associations with demographic variables.
Background: A clear understanding of the use of symptom management strategies following CABG surgery may help nurses in developing educational program and interventions that help patients and their families during recovery period after discharge.
Design: A cross-sectional, descriptive design was utilized. A convenience sample of 100 Jordanian patients post CABG surgery selected from five hospitals was surveyed between November 2012 and June 2013 using the Cardiac Symptom Survey. Chi Square analyses was used to examine the associations between the symptoms experienced and selected demographic variables.
Results: Frequency of symptom management strategies utilized by post CABG patients revealed that most frequently employed strategies were use of medications (79%), repositioning (54%) and rest (45%). Symptom management strategies utilized for poor appetite, sleeping problem, and fatigue had significant associations with demographic variables.
Conclusion: By providing information on the symptoms expected after surgery and the possible ways to manage them, psychologically strengthens patients that the CABG experience is within the realm of self-management and coping.