Key result
Patients recovering from open-heart surgery in the ICU reported high satisfaction with care alongside significant physical challenges, intense emotional stress, and concerns about privacy.
Observational (n=15)
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Open-heart surgery patients in the ICU experience a mix of high satisfaction with healthcare staff alongside significant physical and emotional challenges, highlighting the need for holistic, patient-centered care and improved privacy.
Patient ICU experiences after open-heart surgery may guide supportive care; leaves open the need for larger studies to inform practice.
Aim: The experiences of patients who undergo open-heart surgery in the intensive care unit (ICU) have been insufficiently explored. This study aims to investigate the ICU experiences of open-heart surgery patients in Türkiye. Materials and Methods: This qualitative research was conducted with 15 patients who underwent open-heart surgery. Data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews, recorded, transcribed, and analyzed using inductive content analysis. Results: Participants identified four main themes: i) satisfaction, ii) physical problems, iii) emotional feelings, iv) physical environment. They expressed gratitude towards healthcare professionals and family, discussed postoperative challenges, and emphasized the need for improved privacy. Healthcare professionals played a key role in decision-making and alleviating psychological stress. Conclusion: This study sheds light on the experiences of open-heart surgery patients in the ICU, highlighting the importance of addressing both physical and emotional needs. The findings suggest that incorporating patient feedback can improve patient-centered care and enhance outcomes.
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Arıkan et al. (2025) conducted an observational in Post-open-heart surgery in ICU (n=15). ICU stay after open-heart surgery was evaluated on Patient experiences in the ICU (qualitative themes). Patients recovering from open-heart surgery in the ICU reported high satisfaction with care alongside significant physical challenges, intense emotional stress, and concerns about privacy.
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