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Testing the Efficacy of Pharmacological Agents in a Pericardial Target Delivery Model in the Swine

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Using action research to improve cardiac care.

S Mepham¹, C Tripp, E Gaines

¹Papworth Hospital NHS Trust, Papworth Everard, Cambridge.

Professional Nurse (London, England)

|May 25, 2002

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A new cardiac surgery patient helpline addressed concerns, improving post-discharge care. Cardiac nurses used action research to adapt practices based on patient feedback, enhancing recovery support.

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Area of Science:

Cardiology
Nursing
Healthcare Management

Background:

Discharged cardiac surgery patients frequently contacted healthcare providers with concerns.
Existing support systems were insufficient to address patient needs post-discharge.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish a patient helpline for cardiac surgery survivors.
To identify and address patient concerns through direct practice changes.

Main Methods:

Implemented a telephone helpline for post-cardiac surgery patients.
Utilized an action research methodology involving cardiac support nurses.
Collected and analyzed patient feedback regarding their recovery and care.

Main Results:

The helpline identified specific issues causing patient concern.
Cardiac support nurses successfully modified practices in response to patient feedback.
Directly addressing patient concerns led to improved support.

Conclusions:

A dedicated patient helpline is crucial for managing post-cardiac surgery care.
Action research empowers nurses to improve patient outcomes by adapting practice.
Responsive care models enhance the patient experience after cardiac surgery.