Hours during and after coronary intervention and angiography

Area of Science:

• Cardiology
• Patient Experience Research
• Qualitative Health Research

Background:

• Coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary intervention are common cardiac procedures.
• Understanding the patient's perspective is crucial for improving healthcare quality.
• Previous research has not fully captured the nuanced patient experience during and after these interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore and describe the lived experiences of patients undergoing coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary intervention.
• To identify key factors influencing patient satisfaction and coping mechanisms.
• To compare patient experiences between different procedural approaches.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative content analysis of interviews with 14 patients.
• Data collection focused on emotional thoughts, bodily sensations, nursing interventions, and personal strategies.
• Exploration of patient perceptions regarding transradial versus femoral artery approaches.

Main Results:

• Four primary themes emerged: emotional thoughts, bodily sensations, the importance of nursing interventions, and personal coping strategies.
• Patient feedback highlighted the significant impact of nursing staff conduct and minor actions.
• The transradial approach was generally viewed more positively than the femoral artery approach.
• Patient experience with the femoral artery approach has remained consistent since 1997, despite technological advancements.

Conclusions:

• Nursing care and communication are critical components of the patient experience during and after cardiac interventions.
• Patient-centered strategies can enhance coping and satisfaction.
• While the transradial approach is gaining favor, the femoral artery approach requires attention to improve patient experience.
• Future research should focus on optimizing patient care pathways for all intervention types.