[Quality of life from the perspective of persons with chronic respiratory diseases: the contribution of a social group].
This convergent care research was carried out in a social group of persons with chronic respiratory diseases and aimed to identify the elements affecting the quality of life of persons with chronic respiratory problems, and to understand how the educative practice in a social group has contributed to the quality of life of persons with a chronic health condition. Data were collected at group meetings, during which the statements of eleven subjects and two family members were tape-recorded. Data analysis showed that controlling conflicting feelings, continuing to fight for a better life, overcoming one's limitations brought about by disease and treatment and getting family support are factors that affect the quality of life of persons with chronic respiratory problems. The study also made evident that health education acquired through social groups brings effective outcomes in promoting quality of life among the study participants.
da Silva
Denise M Guerreiro Vieira
DM
Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina. denise@nfr.ufsc.br
de Souza
Sabrina da Silva
Sda S
Francioni
Fabiane Ferreira
FF
Meirelles
Betina H S
BH
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D029424:Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive; D011788:Quality of Life