A follow-up on the post-myocardial infarction patients (activities and care) following discharge from De La Salle University Medical Center, Dasmariñas, Cavite from January 1988 to December 1990

Date of Completion

1991

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Keywords

Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Heart Attack, Cardiovascular Stroke

Abstract

This study based on post-myocardial infarction patients following discharged from De La Salle University Medical Center. Aimed to describe the activities and care of these patients after their discharge. To find patients maintain an effective aftercare program, their level of independence, work status, sexual activity and patients' concept about the myocardial infarction. The study was a descriptive study utilizing questionnaires wherein, twenty (20) respondents taken from a multi-stage sampling. Percentage distribution used to analyze the results and revealed the patients maintain a self-devised aftercare program, found to be far behind the ideal post-myocardial infarction rehabilitation program. The majority of the patients modified their work, sexual activity, and daily living activities. While other patients have a correct concept of their illness, therefore, proper education regarding the disease and its clinical course needs emphasis. The researchers, therefore, recommend information dissemination through outreach programs and booklets about myocardial infraction used for continuous education. Patients referred to cardiac help initiate the development of an effective rehabilitation program.

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