Use of emergency transport by patients with cardiopathies: a focus group study.
Int J Qual Health Care
; 19(6): 407-13, 2007 Dec.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-17913852
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
The importance of emergency systems accessible by telephone for the early attention of patients with ischemic cardiopathy is well known. In Andalusia, this service is provided by calling 061. However, studies show an insufficient use of the existing emergency system in this type of patient.OBJECTIVE:
To identify explanations related to the decision regarding the method of transport to health-care systems, by private means of transport or 061 services, for people with ischemic cardiopathy from the onset of symptoms until their arrival at the Emergency Department.METHODS:
Eleven focal groups were held with subjects diagnosed with ischemic cardiopathy. The discussions were related to the method of transport (using 061 or their own means of transport to a major hospital or to a nearby health facility for onward transfer), depending on the existence of previous experience and distance to the hospital.RESULTS:
The method of transport is related to the degree of ignorance about what is happening, perceptions regarding the fastest way to reach the hospital, people available around the patient when the event takes place, vehicle availability and possible stressful situations.CONCLUSIONS:
This study provides information about the reasons for using or not using the emergency transport systems for these patients and understanding how decisions were made. The study's importance lies in the possibility of improving individuals' access to health care systems through education-based actions and a strategic information and training plan that targets patients, families and health professionals.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Ambulâncias
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Angina Instável
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Infarto do Miocárdio
Tipo de estudo:
Qualitative_research
Limite:
Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
Europa
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Qual Health Care
Assunto da revista:
SERVICOS DE SAUDE
Ano de publicação:
2007
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Espanha