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Bushra Alshammari1, Fatmah Awad Alrshedy2, Awatif M Alrasheeday3
1Medical Surgical Nursing Department, College of Nursing, University of Hail, Hail 21424, Saudi Arabia.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|January 8, 2025
Summary
Myocardial infarction patients have significant learning needs and depression, but higher social support correlates with better outcomes. Addressing these factors is key for comprehensive patient care and improved recovery.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Cardiovascular diseases, including myocardial infarction (MI), are a leading global cause of mortality.
- MI patients face long-term challenges requiring comprehensive care.
- Understanding patients' perceived health needs and influencing factors is vital for improving outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore perceived health needs, depression levels, and social support among MI patients.
- To investigate the correlations between these factors in MI patients.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 244 MI patients was conducted.
- Validated questionnaires assessed learning needs (CPLNI), depression (PHQ-9), and social support (OSSS-3).
- Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics, Version 27.
Main Results:
- Older, employed patients reported higher learning needs. Female patients showed higher depression levels and social support.
- 45.1% of MI patients experienced depression, with higher rates in females.
- Positive correlation between social support and learning needs (r=0.205, p=0.001).
- Negative correlation between social support and depression (r=-0.441, p<0.001).
Conclusions:
- Addressing both physical and psychological needs is essential for MI patients.
- Comprehensive educational programs and mental health support services are crucial.
- Personalized education and depression screenings should be integrated into post-MI care.
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