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Patient Perspectives of a Non-Invasive Telemonitoring Tool for Patients with Heart Failure
Motohiro Sano1, Sho Okada2, Tomoko Majima1
1Chiba University Graduate School of Nursing, Chiba, Japan.
SAGE Open Nursing
|March 3, 2022
Summary
This study explored patient experiences with telemonitoring (TM) for heart failure (HF). The TM tool was found to be easy to use, fostering self-care and security without being burdensome.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Digital Health
- Patient Experience Research
Background:
- Telemonitoring (TM) advancements for heart failure (HF) lack consistent understanding regarding intervention effects and tool variations.
- Clarifying patient experiences with TM tools is crucial for effective implementation in heart failure management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate patient experiences using a specific telemonitoring tool designed for heart failure management.
- To identify key themes and perceptions influencing the adoption and utility of TM in HF patients.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative study design was employed.
- Nine patients with heart failure participated in a 1-month study.
- Data were collected via semi-structured interviews and analyzed using qualitative content analysis.
Main Results:
- Patients reported habituation of self-care behaviors through TM use.
- The TM tool was perceived as non-burdensome and provided a sense of security.
- Participants valued additional functions and advice over prescriptive guidance.
Conclusions:
- The studied telemonitoring tool is user-friendly and shows potential for enhancing self-management in heart failure patients.
- Findings informed revisions to the TM tool, including the addition of new functions for further testing.
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