title: The effect of anxiety on learning outcomes post-CABG.
abstract: Post-operative coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) patients require educational interventions to support recovery and prevention of surgical complications. However, the effectiveness of these interventions is questionable, as stress related to the hospitalization process can result in increased levels of anxiety that may impact on the success of the education. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between anxiety and the achievement of knowledge, use of self-care behaviours, and management of symptoms. A descriptive correlation design was used, which included a convenience sample. Results indicate statistically significant correlations between anxiety and the outcomes ofinterest. Implications for practice include provision of educational interventions at times when anxiety levels are low.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing, Ryerson University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. sfrederi@ryerson.ca
authors.forename: Suzanne
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Fredericks
authors.forename: Souraya
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sidani
authors.forename: Daniel
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Shugurensky
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001007:Anxiety / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology*; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation; D005260:Female; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010349:Patient Compliance / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000458:organization & administration*; D011182:Postoperative Care / Q000379:methods / Q000523:psychology; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology*; D011588:Psychology, Educational; D012648:Self Care / Q000523:psychology*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires