Key result
Greater perceived consequences of a heart condition correlated with lower general self-efficacy, whereas a longer perceived timeline correlated with higher specific self-efficacy for diet and exercise.
Why the study?
What is the relationship between illness perception and self-efficacy in patients following a cardiac event?
Population
Patients diagnosed with either myocardial infarction or angina over an 8-month period in two hospitals.
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Illness perception was associated with self-efficacy after cardiac events; leaves open whether targeted nursing support improves rehabilitation.
Cross-Sectional
Yes
What is the relationship between illness perception and self-efficacy in patients following a cardiac event?
Illness perception significantly correlates with self-efficacy in post-MI and angina patients, highlighting the importance of addressing perceived consequences and timeline in cardiac rehabilitation.
Margaret Lau‐Walker (2004) conducted a cross-sectional in Myocardial infarction or angina. Illness perception was evaluated on Self-efficacy (general and specific to diet and exercise). Greater perceived consequences of a heart condition correlated with lower general self-efficacy, whereas a longer perceived timeline correlated with higher specific self-efficacy for diet and exercise.
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