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Application and advances of patient activation in surgical patients
Yuanyuan Yin1, Jie Zhang1, Xingxia Long1
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China.
Abstract:
Patient activation, a critical indicator of patients' engagement in their healthcare management and treatment decision-making, has gained increasing attention in surgical settings. This review delves into the current applications, effectiveness evaluations, influencing factors, and intervention strategies of patient activation among surgical patients. It aims to comprehensively analyze its role in enhancing postoperative recovery quality, reducing complications, improving quality of life, and provide theoretical foundations for clinical practice and research.
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