Late effects on the quality of life of pulmonary chronic disease carriers after pulmonary rehabilitation
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https://doi.org/10.5205/1981-8963-v9i1a10340p305-311-2015Keywords:
Doença Pulmonar Obstrutiva Crônica, Reabilitação, Qualidade de vida.Abstract
ABSTRACT
Objective: analyzing the quality of life of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 24 months after the pulmonary rehabilitation program. Method: an exploratory and descriptive study of a qualitative approach conducted with seven patients through semi-structured interview. The statements were recorded and transcribed for later categorization. The research project was approved by the Research Ethics Committee, Protocol 4.08.03.08.1281. Results: after data analysis the following categories emerged << Quality of Life - Satisfaction and Wellness >>, << The overcoming of fear and insecurity >>, << Return to social life >>, << The independence and performance in ADLs >>, << Leisure >>, << Dyspnea - the loser obstacle >>, << >> Self-esteem recovered >>. Conclusion: employees regained their independence, self-esteem and social life, and feel more safe and quiet, rediscovering the feeling of pleasure in moments of life. Descriptors: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease; Rehabilitation; Quality of Life.
RESUMO
Objetivo: analisar a qualidade de vida de portadores de doença pulmonar obstrutiva crônica, 24 meses após o programa de reabilitação pulmonar. Método: estudo exploratório e descritivo de abordagem qualitativa realizado com sete pacientes por meio de entrevista semiestruturada. Os depoimentos foram gravados e transcritos para uma posterior categorização. O projeto de pesquisa foi aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa, protocolo nº 4.08.03.08.1281. Resultados: após a análise dos dados emergiram as categorias << Qualidade de Vida – Satisfação e Bem-Estar >>, << A superação do medo e da insegurança >>, << O retorno à vida social >>, << A independência e o desempenho nas AVD’s >>, << O Lazer >>, << Dispneia – o obstáculo vencido >>, <>. Conclusão: os colaboradores recuperaram sua independência, autoestima e vida social, além de sentirem-se mais seguros e tranquilos, reencontrando o sentimento de prazer nos momentos da vida. Descritores: Doença Pulmonar Obstrutiva Crônica; Reabilitação; Qualidade de Vida.
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