Recovery from total hip replacement surgery: "it's not just physical".
Qual Health Res
; 19(11): 1612-20, 2009 Nov.
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| ID: mdl-19843969
ABSTRACT
In this grounded theory study we explored the process of recovery following total hip replacement (THR) surgery from the perspective of the older adult. In-depth interviews were conducted with 10 patients aged more than 65 years who had been discharged from hospital for a period of 4 to 6 months following THR surgery. Findings showed that three distinct but interrelated processes constitute the physical, psychological, and social recovery process reclaiming physical ability, reestablishing roles and relationships, and refocusing self. Intervening conditions affecting the recovery process include comorbid conditions, the personal outlook of the patient, patients' relationships, and social support. The recovery process can lead to changes in personal and social functioning that patients might not anticipate. Awareness of potential changes will inform patient education and enable clinicians to develop strategies that facilitate THR patients' return to health.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Artroplastia de Quadril
Tipo de estudo:
Qualitative_research
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Aged
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Qual Health Res
Assunto da revista:
ENFERMAGEM
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PESQUISA EM SERVICOS DE SAUDE
Ano de publicação:
2009
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Article
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Austrália