Is a decision aid needed by individuals contemplating lung transplantation? A needs assessment.
Published: 2006
Language: eng
Number of pages: 172
ISBN-13: 9780494213230
Description: Rationale. Lung transplantation (LT) is a complex treatment involving many risks. Research indicates that individuals have difficulty evaluating complex treatment options. Purpose. To determine if a LT decision aid was needed by individuals attending a transplant clinic for assessment. Method. A qualitative descriptive study was conducted; data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Interviews were conducted with 22 patients and 16 support persons from the Toronto General Hospital LT Program. Results. The LT decision was not difficult for most participants. Individuals reported having adequate knowledge of treatment options, realistic expectations and clear values about outcomes, and support from family/friends. LT was viewed as the only acceptable option because it offered hope of improved survival and quality of life. Identified essential resources in making the LT decision were information and optimism.  Conclusion. In general, most individuals attending a LT clinic for assessment will not require a decision aid.
Notes: Source: Masters Abstracts International, Volume: 45-03, page: 1453.

Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Toronto, 2006.

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