Avaliação do apoio social e da auto-estima por indivíduos coronariopatas, segundo o sexo

Abstract

The purpose of this descriptive study was to evaluate the social support and self-esteem of coronary disease patients hospitalized for the clinical treatment of this disease. The sample consisted of 80 patients, 49 men, 52 married, and with an average age of 52 years. Interviews took place from August 2005 to July 2006. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, and the measured social support and self-esteem were compared by the descriptive statistics, and the social support and self-esteem measures were compared using the Mann-Whitney test, according to patient gender. Internal consistency was verified, achieving values that indicate good internal consistency for both scales. The results showed high social support and selfesteem values in the studied group. No statistically significant differences were found between these values, according to patient gender. These variables have been pointed out as aspects that favor the rehabilitation process of heart disease patients after hospital discharge.

Qualidade de Vida de pacientes submetidos à revascularização do miocárdio

“…(24) However, health professionals can use assessments in social support in order to detect individuals who will have greater difficulties in rehabilitation, since this may influence the need of changing to a behavior conducive to cardiovascular health. (23) Regarding risk factors, these were similar to those observed in other studies. (25,26) The literature reveals that changes in lifestyle could potentially reduce the risk of myocardial infarction hence, reducing mortality.…”

“…The fact that the heart is considered a noble organ -the center of life -can justify the increased perception of individuals in relation to their family and friends. (23) Studies report that social support is a facilitating factor for coping with the disease and in the recovery of cardiac patients, suggesting that patient participation in rehabilitation activities improves the psychosocial aspects and the Quality of Life. (24) However, health professionals can use assessments in social support in order to detect individuals who will have greater difficulties in rehabilitation, since this may influence the need of changing to a behavior conducive to cardiovascular health.…”

Quality of Life of Patients in the Postoperative Cardiac Surgery Phase

“…O domínio relações sociais (itens 13, 14 e 15) retrata as relações pessoais e o apoio recebido de amigos e familiares, bem como a satisfação com a vida sexual. O domínio meio ambiente (itens 16,17,18,19,20 Dentre as doenças associadas, a de maior prevalência foi a insuficiência cardíaca (76,3%), seguida por hipertensão arterial (73,7%) e dislipidemia (52,6%). Verificou-se o hábito de fumar em 7,9% da amostra e a ingestão de bebida alcoólica não foi referida por nenhum paciente.…”

A implicação do apoio social no viver de pessoas com hipertensão arterial

“…Therefore, getting support to cope with a chronic condition has been a key strategy for treatment adherence. Studies show that people who receive greater social support have a better functional status and face this chronic condition more satisfactorily (3)(4)(5)(6) . Thus, " [...] it is necessary to be aware of how people live, what resources are available to meet their needs and expectations regarding health care" (7) .…”

“…So, the network of social support has its origin in the multiple aspects of people's lives in their various contexts, including health. Researchers believe in the potential of social support as a component that helps reduce stress and favors the coping mechanisms of people with chronic diseases (5) . Other authors corroborate these ideas stating that social support encourages personal attitudes associated to health monitoring, information sharing and assistance in moments of crises, as well as health care in general l (11) .…”