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The Liberation Procedure Decision-Making Experience for People With Multiple Sclerosis
Cynthia L Murray1, Michelle Ploughman1, Chelsea Harris1
1Memorial University, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Global Qualitative Nursing Research
|May 3, 2017
Summary
Many multiple sclerosis (MS) patients pursue the unproven "liberation procedure." This study explored decision-making experiences, identifying patient groups like "waiters" and "embracers" based on skepticism and desperation. Understanding these perspectives can aid informed patient choices.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Qualitative Health Research
Background:
- The
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the decision-making experiences of individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) regarding the
Main Methods:
- Phenomenological approach using in-depth interviews with 15 adults with MS in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
- Analysis of interview data to identify patient typologies and themes.
- Categorization of participants into
Main Results:
- Three distinct groups emerged:
Conclusions:
- Patient decisions regarding the liberation procedure are influenced by factors such as skepticism and desperation.
- Nurses can utilize this understanding to better support MS patients in making informed choices.
- Further research may explore the long-term outcomes and patient-reported benefits of the liberation procedure.
