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“Those Plates That Save Me†: Experiences of Italian Patients With Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator

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  • Ivana Maria Rosi
  • Francesca Bombardieri
  • Daniele Steri
  • Mimma Sternativo
  • Stefania Rancati

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This study aimed to investigate and understand the experiences and feelings lived by people with an ICD. Qualitative study, semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of 16 patients, during the annual follow-up. A hermeneutical analysis of the interviews was carried out to identify the themes. Four main themes were classified: “My heart falls asleep,†highlighting a reduced awareness of the pathology and ICD installation; “But what is this thing. . .?†underlining the lack of information and fears related to the device and its functioning; “I cannot hug the microwave†which describes the changes brought about by the surgery; “And with this one I am alright for the rest of my life†, involving hopes and life expectations. This study highlighted the patients’ need for major support from health professionals while processing their new life conditions.

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  • Ivana Maria Rosi & Francesca Bombardieri & Daniele Steri & Mimma Sternativo & Stefania Rancati, 2021. "“Those Plates That Save Me†: Experiences of Italian Patients With Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator," Clinical Nursing Research, , vol. 30(5), pages 616-624, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:clnure:v:30:y:2021:i:5:p:616-624
    DOI: 10.1177/1054773820968036
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