Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 13, 2026

Surgical Porcine Model of Chronic Myocardial Ischemia Treated by Exosome-laden Collagen Patch and Off-pump Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
Published on: September 15, 2023
Approach and avoidance coping and regulatory focus in patients having coronary artery bypass graft surgery
Svein Bergvik1, Tore Sørlie, Rolf Wynn
1University of Tromsø & University Hospital of Northern Norway, Tromsø, Norway.
Abstract:
Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is stressful, and the patient's coping affects recovery and outcome. The aim of the study was to identify patients' thoughts and concerns, and explore the relevance of approach/avoidant coping and Regulatory Focus Theory (RFT). Nine patients were interviewed, using an interpretative phenomenological approach. The patients made use of various avoidant (e.g. neglecting symptoms, delaying help-seeking, avoiding thoughts) and approach strategies (e.g. persistent search for the diagnosis, mental preparation for surgery). RFT versus approach/avoidant coping is discussed. RFT may contribute to our understanding of motivational cognitions in patients' coping with illness and treatment.
Related Concept Videos
Coping Strategies: Problem Focused
For example, consider a student who struggles to understand their...
Coronary Artery Disease V: Interprofessional Care
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management
Coping Strategies: Emotion Focused
Acute Coronary Syndrome IV: Interprofessional Care
Cardiomyopathy VII: Pre and Post Operative Nursing Management
