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Virginia Jones1, Lisa Whitehead1, Marie Therese Crowe1
1a Centre for Postgraduate Nursing Studies, Christchurch School of Medicine and Health Sciences , University of Otago , PO Box 4345, Christchurch 8140 , New Zealand.
Contemporary Nurse
|July 21, 2016
Summary
Parents managing a child's chronic respiratory disease find self-efficacy crucial. An overwhelming sense of responsibility significantly impacts their ability to provide ongoing care and adhere to medical regimens.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Healthcare
- Psychology of Parenting
- Chronic Disease Management
Background:
- Parental self-efficacy is vital for managing pediatric chronic respiratory diseases.
- Understanding the factors influencing parental self-efficacy is essential for effective care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore parents' sense of self-efficacy.
- To identify experiences impacting self-efficacy in managing a child's chronic respiratory disease.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing a general inductive approach.
- Semi-structured interviews conducted with 23 parents.
- Thematic analysis used to identify key categories and themes.
Main Results:
- Parents view self-efficacy as critical for daily health management.
- An overwhelming sense of responsibility was the most significant factor affecting self-efficacy.
- Enduring responsibility was demonstrated through constant vigilance and adherence to medical plans.
Conclusions:
- Health professionals must understand parental experiences to support self-efficacy.
- Effective support strategies are needed to help parents manage their sense of responsibility.
- Enhancing parental self-efficacy can improve the management of pediatric chronic respiratory conditions.
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