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Motivational factors of adherence to cardiac rehabilitation

Hooman Shahsavari1, Mohsen Shahriari, Nasrollah Alimohammadi

  • 1PhD Candidate, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research
|July 9, 2013
PubMed

Insights

Patient beliefs, supporters, and group cohesion are key motivational factors for adherence to cardiac rehabilitation programs. Understanding these elements can improve patient participation and compliance in managing chronic heart conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Patient adherence to treatment regimens is influenced by motivation.
  • Cardiac rehabilitation is vital for managing chronic cardiac diseases.
  • Ensuring patient adherence to cardiac rehabilitation is a significant concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and understand motivational factors influencing patient participation and compliance in cardiac rehabilitation.
  • To explore patients' experiences with cardiac rehabilitation programs.

Main Methods:

  • Purposive sampling of cardiac disease patients referred to Isfahan Cardiovascular Research Center.
  • Conducted 8 semi-structured interviews to gather in-depth patient experiences.
  • Data saturation was achieved to ensure comprehensive findings.

Main Results:

  • Three primary motivational concepts emerged: patients' beliefs, the influence of supporters, and group cohesion.
  • Beliefs significantly impact patient engagement in cardiac rehabilitation.
  • Social support from 'supporters' and the dynamics of 'group cohesion' are crucial.

Conclusions:

  • Emphasizing motivational factors enhances patient adherence in cardiac rehabilitation.
  • Future programs should focus on patients' beliefs, the role of their supporters, and group-based rehabilitation strategies.
  • Integrating these elements can improve the effectiveness of cardiac rehabilitation programs.
Abstract

Keywords:
Heart diseasesmotivationpatient compliancequalitative researchrehabilitation

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