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Lucas CM, Mack MC, Majeski J, Maurer SH. Exploring perceptions of inpatient hospital attire in children with cancer. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2024; 71:e31167. [PMID: 38963191 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.31167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Revised: 06/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/13/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Attire bolsters identity, self-expression, and comfort. Hospital gowns are known to be distressing in adults. Attitudes of children with cancer toward hospital attire remain uninvestigated and may be a modifiable factor in overall well-being. METHODS A 39-item mixed methods survey evaluated perceptions of patient attire in children with cancer. Children aged 7-18 years were recruited at an academic medical center. Data analysis included simple statistics and thematic analysis. RESULTS Forty children with cancer receiving oncologic care participated. Participants' mean age was 12.4 (SD = 3.0, range = 7-17) years, and 25 (62%) were male. Quantitative data revealed 81% of participants preferred their own attire when admitted to the hospital, feeling more comfortable in such when well (91%) or sick (75%). They did not feel like they "must" wear a gown when admitted (60%) and did not want to be asked about preferred inpatient attire (63%). Thematic analysis revealed that children had strong negative views of gowns and preferred to wear their own attire in the hospital, which provided physical and emotional comfort. Children worried wearing their own clothing could impede their care. CONCLUSION Children with cancer prefer wearing their own clothes in the hospital for physical and emotional comfort. They are willing to wear gowns for ease of care; however, they do not want to arbitrate when they need to make that choice. Providers may ease distress by considering a child's own clothes as default hospital attire with instructions for when a gown is necessary for good clinical care.
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- Christy M Lucas
- Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Harvard Medical School Blavatnik Institute of Global Health and Social Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Supportive and Palliative Care and Trauma Programs, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
- Division of Palliative Medicine & Supportive Care, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
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Rasmussen LL, Vaupell KH, Olsen ML, Nielsen C. Should oral care be about more than a gut feeling? A qualitative study investigating patients' and healthcare professionals' experiences. J Clin Nurs 2023; 32:8126-8136. [PMID: 37743621 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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AIM To explore patients' and healthcare professionals' (HCPs) experiences of oral care during hospitalisation to identify needs and challenges. BACKGROUND Daily oral care is important to patients' health and well-being, to prevent diseases in the oral cavity, systemic infections and increased morbidity, which subsequently can lead to prolonged hospitalisation and, at worst, increased mortality. Despite this knowledge, oral care is a neglected part of nursing practice. Studies do not clearly identify barriers regarding oral care, as the existing knowledge is inadequate. DESIGN A qualitative study exploring participants' experiences to gain new in-depth knowledge of oral care among hospitalised patients. METHODS A phenomenological-hermeneutic approach was applied. Participant observations were conducted on five hospital wards, combined with individual semi-structured interviews with 16 patients and 15 HCP. Data analysis was based on Ricoeur's theory of narrative and interpretation. RESULTS Four themes describing the challenges regarding oral care emerged: Oral care as a gut feeling; oral care fades into the background; even self-reliant patients need help with oral care; and the mouth reflects the life lived. CONCLUSIONS The identified challenges show there is a need for improvement in the health professional approach to oral care in nursing practice. Focus on increasing HCPs' knowledge, skills and competences can increase their nursing agency and support patients' self-care capacity. IMPACT Investigation of oral care during hospitalisation revealed four main challenges concerning both patients' and HCPs' lack of knowledge and awareness of oral care. Thus, patients and HCPs should be included in developing solutions to improve oral care in nursing practice. REPORTING METHODS The COREQ criteria for reporting qualitative research were adhered to. PATIENT CONTRIBUTION A patient representative was involved in the discussion of the proposal, conduct and results of the study.
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- Line Louise Rasmussen
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense C, Denmark
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense C, Denmark
- Research Unit for Plastic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense C, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Health Sciences, Odense, Denmark
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Swan L, Windram J, Burchill L, Ladak LA, Reardon LC, Fernandez B, Jacobsen RM, Simpson M, Harrison D, Morton L. Sexual Health and Well-Being in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease: A International Society of Adult Congenital Heart Disease Statement. JACC. ADVANCES 2023; 2:100716. [PMID: 38938496 PMCID: PMC11198306 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacadv.2023.100716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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As health care outcomes improve the priority for those living with adult congenital heart disease have changed to a more holistic focus on quality of life and well-being. Although health care has embraced this, there are still areas where there is a deficit in advice, allyship, and advocacy. One of these deficits is in the area of sexual health and well-being. A healthy sexual life has a myriad of physical and psychosocial benefits. However, individuals with adult congenital heart disease may have significant barriers to achieving well-being in this aspect of their lives. These barriers and their potential solutions are outlined in this paper.
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- Lorna Swan
- Scottish Adult Congenital Cardiac Service, Golden Jubilee NHS Hospital and University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Mazankowski Heart Institute, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
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- Mayo Clinic Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- The Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Ahmanson/UCLA Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center, UCLA Children’s Heart Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Division of Cardiology, Departments of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colorado, USA
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- Cardiology, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medicine, University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, USA
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- Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Bray L, Carter B, Kiernan J, Horowicz E, Dixon K, Ridley J, Robinson C, Simmons A, Craske J, Sinha S, Morton L, Nafria B, Forsner M, Rullander AC, Nilsson S, Darcy L, Karlsson K, Hubbuck C, Brenner M, Spencer-Little S, Evans K, Rowland A, Hilliard C, Preston J, Leroy PL, Roland D, Booth L, Davies J, Saron H, Mansson ME, Cox A, Ford K, Campbell S, Blamires J, Dickinson A, Neufeld M, Peck B, de Avila M, Feeg V, Mediani HS, Atout M, Majamanda MD, North N, Chambers C, Robichaud F. Developing rights-based standards for children having tests, treatments, examinations and interventions: using a collaborative, multi-phased, multi-method and multi-stakeholder approach to build consensus. Eur J Pediatr 2023; 182:4707-4721. [PMID: 37566281 PMCID: PMC10587267 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-023-05131-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2023] [Revised: 05/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023]
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Children continue to experience harm when undergoing clinical procedures despite increased evidence of the need to improve the provision of child-centred care. The international ISupport collaboration aimed to develop standards to outline and explain good procedural practice and the rights of children within the context of a clinical procedure. The rights-based standards for children undergoing tests, treatments, investigations, examinations and interventions were developed using an iterative, multi-phased, multi-method and multi-stakeholder consensus building approach. This consensus approach used a range of online and face to face methods across three phases to ensure ongoing engagement with multiple stakeholders. The views and perspectives of 203 children and young people, 78 parents and 418 multi-disciplinary professionals gathered over a two year period (2020-2022) informed the development of international rights-based standards for the care of children having tests, treatments, examinations and interventions. The standards are the first to reach international multi-stakeholder consensus on definitions of supportive and restraining holds. Conclusion: This is the first study of its kind which outlines international rights-based procedural care standards from multi-stakeholder perspectives. The standards offer health professionals and educators clear evidence-based tools to support discussions and practice changes to challenge prevailing assumptions about holding or restraining children and instead encourage a focus on the interests and rights of the child. What is Known: • Children continue to experience short and long-term harm when undergoing clinical procedures despite increased evidence of the need to improve the provision of child-centred care. • Professionals report uncertainty and tensions in applying evidence-based practice to children's procedural care. What is New: • This is the first study of its kind which has developed international rights-based procedural care standards from multi-stakeholder perspectives. • The standards are the first to reach international multi-stakeholder consensus on definitions of supportive and restraining holds.
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- Edge Hill University and Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Liverpool, UK
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- Edge Hill University and National Restraint Reduction Network, Ormskirk, UK
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- Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) at Crumlin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Maastricht University Medical Centre / Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust and Leicester University, Leicester, UK
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- Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust & Keele University, Keele, UK
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- University of Tasmania and the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmani, Australia
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- Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Federation University, Victoria, Australia
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- Molloy College in Rockville Centre, New York City, USA
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- The Harry Crossley Children’s Nursing Development Unit, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Ulluriaq, Ungava Tulattavik Health Center and UQAM UQO, Québec, Canada
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Syed S, Stilwell P, Chevrier J, Adair C, Markle G, Rockwood K. Comprehensive design considerations for a new hospital gown: a patient-oriented qualitative study. CMAJ Open 2022; 10:E1079-E1087. [PMID: 36735235 PMCID: PMC9771475 DOI: 10.9778/cmajo.20210271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The standard hospital gown has remained relatively unchanged despite reports that it is uncomfortable, embarrassing to wear and compromises patients' dignity. The objective of this qualitative study was to explore the experiences and perspectives of stakeholders involved in the gown life cycle. METHODS We conducted a constructivist, qualitative interview study with a patient-oriented lens. A patient partner was fully integrated into our research team and directly involved in interview guide development, recruitment, data collection, analysis and writing. We audio-recorded telephone interviews with adult (i.e., aged 18 yr or older) patients and family members, interdisciplinary clinicians and key system stakeholders (e.g., designers, manufacturers, textile experts) in North America. We used a hybrid deductive-inductive approach to coding and theme development. This study took place from May 2018 to March 2020. RESULTS Analysis of 40 stakeholder interviews (8 patients and family members, 12 clinicians, 20 system stakeholders) generated 4 themes: utility, economics, comfort and dignity, and aesthetics. Patients and clinicians emphasized that current gowns have many functional limitations. By contrast, system stakeholders emphasized that gowns need to be cost-effective and aligned with established health care processes and procedures. Across the stakeholder groups, hospital gowns were reported to not fulfill patients' needs and to negatively affect patients' and families' health care experiences. INTERPRETATION Our findings suggest that the standard hospital gown fails to meet the needs of those involved in providing and receiving high-quality health care. Redesigning the gown would be a step toward increased person-centred care and requires partnership across the stakeholder groups involved in the gown life cycle to minimize implementation barriers while placing patients' needs at the forefront.
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- Saif Syed
- Department of Family Medicine (Syed), Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.; School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Stilwell), McGill University, Montréal, Que.; Michael Garron Hospital (Chevrier, Adair), Toronto, Ont.; Crafts (Textiles) (Markle), Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University; Division of Geriatric Medicine (Rockwood), Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
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- Department of Family Medicine (Syed), Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.; School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Stilwell), McGill University, Montréal, Que.; Michael Garron Hospital (Chevrier, Adair), Toronto, Ont.; Crafts (Textiles) (Markle), Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University; Division of Geriatric Medicine (Rockwood), Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
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- Department of Family Medicine (Syed), Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.; School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Stilwell), McGill University, Montréal, Que.; Michael Garron Hospital (Chevrier, Adair), Toronto, Ont.; Crafts (Textiles) (Markle), Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University; Division of Geriatric Medicine (Rockwood), Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
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- Department of Family Medicine (Syed), Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.; School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Stilwell), McGill University, Montréal, Que.; Michael Garron Hospital (Chevrier, Adair), Toronto, Ont.; Crafts (Textiles) (Markle), Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University; Division of Geriatric Medicine (Rockwood), Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
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- Department of Family Medicine (Syed), Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.; School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Stilwell), McGill University, Montréal, Que.; Michael Garron Hospital (Chevrier, Adair), Toronto, Ont.; Crafts (Textiles) (Markle), Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University; Division of Geriatric Medicine (Rockwood), Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
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- Department of Family Medicine (Syed), Queen's University, Kingston, Ont.; School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (Stilwell), McGill University, Montréal, Que.; Michael Garron Hospital (Chevrier, Adair), Toronto, Ont.; Crafts (Textiles) (Markle), Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University; Division of Geriatric Medicine (Rockwood), Department of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS
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Kovacs AH, Brouillette J, Ibeziako P, Jackson JL, Kasparian NA, Kim YY, Livecchi T, Sillman C, Kochilas LK. Psychological Outcomes and Interventions for Individuals With Congenital Heart Disease: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association. Circ Cardiovasc Qual Outcomes 2022; 15:e000110. [DOI: 10.1161/hcq.0000000000000110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Although resilience and high quality of life are demonstrated by many individuals with congenital heart disease, a range of significant psychological challenges exists across the life span for this growing patient population. Psychiatric disorders represent the most common comorbidity among people with congenital heart disease. Clinicians are becoming increasingly aware of the magnitude of this problem and its interplay with patients’ physical health, and many seek guidance and resources to improve emotional, behavioral‚ and social outcomes. This American Heart Association scientific statement summarizes the psychological outcomes of patients with congenital heart disease across the life span and reviews age-appropriate mental health interventions, including psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy. Data from studies on psychotherapeutic, educational‚ and pharmacological interventions for this population are scarce but promising. Models for the integration of mental health professionals within both pediatric and adult congenital heart disease care teams exist and have shown benefit. Despite strong advocacy by patients, families‚ and health care professionals, however, initiatives have been slow to move forward in the clinical setting. It is the goal of this scientific statement to serve as a catalyst to spur efforts for large-scale research studies examining psychological experiences, outcomes, and interventions tailored to this population and for integrating mental health professionals within congenital heart disease interdisciplinary teams to implement a care model that offers patients the best possible quality of life.
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Frankel R, Peyser A, Farner K, Rabin JM. Healing by Leaps and Gowns: A Novel Patient Gowning System to the Rescue. J Patient Exp 2021; 8:23743735211033152. [PMID: 34368427 PMCID: PMC8299883 DOI: 10.1177/23743735211033152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Patient attire is paramount to a patient's dignity and hospital experience. The traditional hospital gown is dehumanizing, anachronistic, and was designed for providers' convenience. In this descriptive, prospective follow-up to our previous pilot study, we evaluated male and female medical and surgical patients and provider preference and experience with a novel patient gowning system, the Patient Access Linen System (PALS). This study was conducted in 2 hospitals within our health system. Our objective was to assess patient and provider satisfaction, experience, and preference using the PALS. A multiple-choice, free response survey was administered to patients and providers following the use of an item. A total of 315 patients and 249 staff in 2 hospitals completed surveys regarding their experience using or providing care to patients using the PALS. Patients and providers had consistently positive experiences with the PALS, including questions about comfort and function. The data demonstrate a clear preference for the PALS compared to the traditional hospital gown and give additional supporting evidence that the comfort of hospital clothing is of paramount importance to patients.
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- Robyn Frankel
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Northwell Health, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Queens, NY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Northwell Health, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Queens, NY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Northwell Health, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Queens, NY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Northwell Health, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Queens, NY, USA
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) may experience anxiety specifically related to their medical condition. This review introduces the concepts of health anxiety and heart-focused anxiety, summarizes what is currently known about heart-focused anxiety among adults with CHD and offers suggestions to help adult CHD providers address heart-focused anxiety in their patients. RECENT FINDINGS Although minimal research has been conducted specific to this outcome, health anxiety may occur at any point across the lifespan of individuals with CHD. A recent study found that children and adolescents with CHD reported greater health anxiety than community peers. Health anxiety was commonly reported among adults with CHD presenting for psychological assessment. It was linked with older age, trait anxiety, perceived parental overprotection and greater CHD complexity in one study. SUMMARY Adults with CHD face many potential health-related stressors, including cardiac symptoms, treatments and interventions throughout the lifespan (including surgeries and other invasive procedures), the impact of CHD on daily lives and longer-term health expectations. Providers should be aware that heart-focused anxiety among patients is understandable and perhaps common. Patient-centred education and psychological intervention should be integrated within a comprehensive approach to long-term disease management.
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