| Title: |
Perceived Self-Efficacy in B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas: Qualitative Outcomes in Patient-Directed Education |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Howson, Alexandra; Turell, Wendy; Roc, Anne |
| Source: |
Health Education Journal. Jun 2018 77(4):430-443. |
| Availability: |
SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: http://sagepub.com |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
14 |
| Publication Date: |
2018 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Self Efficacy; Qualitative Research; Audio Equipment; Computer Software; Semi Structured Interviews; Patient Education; Cancer; Caregivers; Patients; Grounded Theory; Clinical Diagnosis; Intervention; Daily Living Skills; Self Concept; Physician Patient Relationship; Program Descriptions; Outcomes of Education |
| DOI: |
10.1177/0017896918763232 |
| ISSN: |
0017-8969 |
| Abstract: |
Objective: Perceived self-efficacy (PSE) is considered a foundation for effective self-care in the context of chronic disease and illness. In order to improve patient and caregiver knowledge about self-care in B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL), we designed and delivered an online, patient-focused education activity. Educational impact on PSE was evaluated using a mixed quantitative/qualitative methodology. We report here on the qualitative characteristics of self-efficacy. Methods: We interviewed participants using open-ended questions based on a semi-structured interview guide. Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim, and analysed using constant comparative method with software support (NVivo for Mac 11, QSR International). Results: In all, 12 people diagnosed with B-cell NHL were interviewed. Descriptive analysis showed that participants were able to summarise key education messages about B-cell NHL presented in the programme. Key themes linked to self-care knowledge and practice included normalisation of self-care, learning the hard way, everyone is different and being prepared. Participants described four key strategies linked to the notion of 'being prepared': (1) asking questions, (2) building relationships with oncologists, (3) developing/maintaining a philosophy of life, and (4) connecting with others. These themes provide context for the experience of PSE and may also reflect beliefs that have implications for self-efficacy education. Conclusions: Interview data affirm PSE as a foundation of self-care and identify beliefs underpinning PSE. A dominant belief of 'being prepared' was sustained by four strategies that education content reinforced. Educators can use these insights to strengthen self-efficacy education interventions for patients with B-cell NHL and other types of cancer. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Number of References: |
32 |
| Entry Date: |
2018 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1183524 |
| Database: |
ERIC |