Factors related to recovery in coronary artery bypass graft surgery patients.
Many studies have examined the experiences of patients who have had coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Research has suggested a relationship between patients' feelings of powerlessness and their recovery rate. This study examined recovery indicators and the degree of powerlessness CABG patients experienced, and identified ways nurses can encourage patients to participate in their recovery and feel back in control.
Sarpy
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Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, Calif., USA.
Galbraith
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Jones
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001294:Attitude to Health; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D015444:Exercise / Q000502:physiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007902:Length of Stay / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000523:psychology; D011209:Power, Psychological; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D012307:Risk Factors