Patients perceptions of information about risks at cardiac surgery

Patient experiences with intrathecal baclofen as a treatment for spasticity – a pilot study

“…According to Ivarsson et al [22], patients receiving more information about possible risks and side effects associated with heart surgery were more satisfied and better prepared than those who received less information. However, a few of the patients who received extended information also experienced increased anxiety.…”

“…In our study, one patient highlighted the possibility to search the Internet for accessible information about complications and risks. Ivarsson et al [22] found that patients who randomly search for information on the Internet and in papers might find incorrect or deceptive information. Therefore, it is important that health care providers present correct and sufficient information to patients [22] in the form of discussions that address possible risks and complications.…”

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“…Embora a importância da mensuração das necessidades de aprendizagem dos pacientes tenha sido ressaltada por vários pesquisadores (3)(4)(5)(6) , há uma concordância entre eles sobre a escassez de instrumentos específicos para identificar essas necessidades.…”

Learning as a patient : What and how individuals want to learn when preparing for surgery, and the potential use of serious games in their education

“…The same is true for patients with low health literacy 37 and patients in a depressive state. 41 Patients have also reported receiving insufficient information 19,[42][43][44] which may leave them feeling vulnerable. 42 Furthermore, inconsistent or variable advice from different healthcare professionals or others leads to confusion and less confidence.…”

“…136 Another study reported that cardiac surgery patients became dissatisfied when they did not receive information about possible complications and when complications arose they thought these were caused by maltreatment rather than other more plausible reasons. 44,137 Pain is an expected and common postoperative complication and the high prevalence and severity of postoperative pain 138 is a cause of concern. The participants in Study III described insufficient education and knowledge about pain medication and management after surgery, supporting the notion that improvements in patient education on pain management, including addressing patient attitudes are imperative.…”