Health-seeking beliefs of cardiovascular patients: A qualitative study
Davidson, P. Daly, J. Leung, D. Ang, E. Paull, G. DiGiacomo, M. Hancock, K. Cao, Y. Du, H. Thompson, David R.
Davidson, P.
Daly, J.
Leung, D.
Ang, E.
Paull, G.
DiGiacomo, M.
Hancock, K.
Cao, Y.
Du, H.
Thompson, David R.
Abstract
Objectives: The study aims were to (a) describe the experiences of Chinese Australians with heart disease following discharge from hospital for an acute cardiac event; (b) identify patterns and cultural differences of Chinese Australians following discharge from hospital; and (c) illustrate the illness/health seeking behaviors and health beliefs of Chinese Australians.
Design: Qualitative study.
Methods: Interview data were obtained from the following sources: (a) focus groups of Chinese community participants without heart disease; (b) interviews with patients recently discharged from hospital following an admission for an acute cardiac event; and (c) interviews with Chinese-born health professionals working in Australia. Qualitative thematic analysis was undertaken.
Results: Study themes generated from the data were: (1) linking traditional values and beliefs with Western medicine; (2) reverence for health professionals and family; and (3) juxtaposing traditional beliefs and self-management.
Conclusions: Considering the influence of cultural values in developing health care plans and clinical decision making is important.
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Date
2011
Type
Journal article
Journal
International Journal of Nursing Studies (print version)
Book
Volume
48
Issue
11
Page Range
1367-1375
Article Number
ACU Department
Non-faculty