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Pre- and postoperative information needs.

M Lithner1, T Zilling

  • 1Department of Surgery, Lund University Hospital, S-221 85 Lund, Sweden.

Patient Education and Counseling
|March 8, 2000
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Patients undergoing cholecystectomy desire comprehensive pre- and postoperative information, particularly regarding pain and recovery. Providing both written and verbal details is crucial for patient understanding and anxiety reduction.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Patient Care
  • Health Communication
  • Information Needs Assessment

Background:

  • Effective patient information is vital for managing expectations and reducing anxiety.
  • Cholecystectomy patients often experience significant concerns about pain and recovery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the information needs of patients before and after open cholecystectomy.
  • To identify specific areas of concern for surgical patients.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 50 patients (37 female, 13 male) aged 17-76 undergoing open cholecystectomy.
  • Patients completed a 48-statement, five-point Likert scale questionnaire at admission and discharge.

Main Results:

  • Patients expressed a strong desire for extensive information both pre- and post-surgery.

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  • Key information requests centered on anxiety-inducing topics like pain and postoperative symptoms.
  • 30% of patients preferred a combination of written and verbal information delivery.

    • Conclusions:

    • Surgical patients require substantial information throughout their hospital stay.
    • Information delivery should address patient anxieties, focusing on pain and recovery.
    • A blended approach of written and verbal communication is recommended for optimal patient engagement.