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[Information, satisfaction and anxiety in connection with anesthesia. A questionnaire study]
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|March 31, 2000
Summary
Patients undergoing general anesthesia often experience anxiety and fear, with many not receiving adequate information about potential side effects. Improving patient communication is crucial for enhancing satisfaction with anesthesia care.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Patient Experience
- Healthcare Communication
Context:
- General anesthesia is a common procedure with significant patient impact.
- Patient anxiety and satisfaction are key indicators of care quality.
- Preoperative information influences patient outcomes and perceptions.
Purpose:
- To evaluate information levels, anxiety, and satisfaction in patients receiving general anesthesia.
- To identify factors contributing to a satisfactory anesthetic experience.
- To assess the effectiveness of preoperative visits in reducing patient anxiety.
Summary:
- 406 patients completed questionnaires assessing their anesthetic experience.
- Preoperative visits reduced anxiety in 65% of nervous patients.
- Only 47% were informed about post-anesthetic side effects, and 36% met satisfaction criteria despite 86% reporting general satisfaction.
Impact:
- Highlights a deficit in patient information regarding anesthesia and its side effects.
- Identifies significant patient anxiety, particularly fear of not waking up, nausea, and pain.
- Suggests a need for improved preoperative patient education, especially for younger and female patients.