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Components of preoperative anxiety: A qualitative study
Amy King1, Jim Bartley2, Deborah L Johanson1
1The University of Auckland, New Zealand.
Journal of Health Psychology
|August 17, 2017
Summary
This qualitative study identified five key factors contributing to preoperative anxiety, including surgical concerns, recovery, and hospital care. Findings can guide interventions to reduce patient anxiety before surgery.
Area of Science:
- Medical qualitative research
- Surgical patient experience
- Anxiety and stress studies
Background:
- Preoperative anxiety is a common patient concern.
- Qualitative research on preoperative anxiety is limited.
- Understanding patient concerns is crucial for effective care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify specific factors contributing to preoperative anxiety using qualitative methods.
- To explore patient concerns in a public hospital setting.
- To inform the development of interventions for reducing preoperative anxiety.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving interviews with 17 patients.
- Patients awaiting various surgeries (general, plastic, orthopaedic, ENT) were interviewed.
- Thematic analysis was used to analyze interview data.
Main Results:
- Five main sources of preoperative anxiety were identified: surgical procedures, complications, symptoms, recovery, and care organization.
- Findings align with existing knowledge on surgical anxiety.
- New concerns regarding the hospital environment and recovery process were highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Preoperative anxiety stems from multiple factors beyond the immediate surgical event.
- The hospital environment and recovery process significantly influence patient anxiety.
- These findings can guide the creation of targeted interventions to alleviate preoperative anxiety.
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