Insufficient Living: Experiences of Recovery After Infective Endocarditis

Conclusions: Recovery after IE is perceived as “Insufficient Living.” Patients experience an altered life and shocking weakness, and on the road to recovery, support is needed. Research in follow-up care, supporting patients’ ability to cope with potential physical and psycho-emotional consequences of IE, is encouraged as a result of these findings.
Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: Articles: Online Only Source Type: research