A Q-Methodology Study of Patients' Subjective Experiences of TIA.

Conclusions. Five of the eight factors confirmed existing research on the impact of TIA, but three new issues emerged: deep-seated anxiety, denial and constructive optimism. The emerging perspectives highlight areas to target in the management of TIA and could inform health education messages, patient information, individualised caremanagement, and enhancement of coping strategies. With development, the findings could be used as a basis for psychometric risk assessment of TIA patients. PMID: 22848864 [PubMed]
Source: Stroke Research and Treatment - Category: Neurology Tags: Stroke Res Treat Source Type: research