Abstract
This research examines the experiences of pre heart transplant patients with ambulatory intra-aortic balloon pump and swan ganz catheter. Each was provided a fitbit to aid with ambulation and mobilization. Recorded interviews were conducted after 2 weeks with fitbit, transcribed and analyzed for similarities and congruencies using Colaizzi's method.
Sigma Membership
Non-member
Lead Author Affiliation
Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, Texas, USA
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Ambulatory Intra-aortic Balloon Pump, Pre-Heart Transplant Fitbit Use, Congestive Heart Failure
Recommended Citation
Macapagal, Frederick R.; McClellan, Emma G.; Rodriguez, Holly M.; and Bonuel, Rizalina M., "Experiences of pre-heart transplant patients using Fitbit as an ambulation measuring device" (2019). Creating Healthy Work Environments Event Materials. 79.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/chwe/2019/presentations_2019/79
Conference Name
Creating Healthy Work Environments 2019
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Conference Year
2019
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Experiences of pre-heart transplant patients using Fitbit as an ambulation measuring device
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
This research examines the experiences of pre heart transplant patients with ambulatory intra-aortic balloon pump and swan ganz catheter. Each was provided a fitbit to aid with ambulation and mobilization. Recorded interviews were conducted after 2 weeks with fitbit, transcribed and analyzed for similarities and congruencies using Colaizzi's method.