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OCLC number
890511335
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Author
Draaistra, Harriett,
Title
Patients' Perceptions of Their Roles in Goal Setting in a Spinal Cord Injury Regional Rehabilitation Program.
Degree
M. Sc. -- York University, 2011
Publisher
Ottawa : Library and Archives Canada = Bibliothèque et Archives Canada, [2012]
Description
2 microfiches
Notes
Includes bibliographical references.
Abstract
<?Pub Inc> This research study was conducted to explore patients' perceptions of their roles in setting goals in a spinal cord injury regional rehabilitation program. Goal setting is a common practice in rehabilitation, yet there is a paucity of literature exploring patients' perceptions of their roles in this process. The research was conducted using qualitative description methodology. Imogene King's theory of goal attainment was used to frame the study. Data were collected through individual interviews ('n' = 13). Transcripts of these interviews were analyzed using a content analysis process. The results of the study revealed four themes: 'Visioning, Redefining Brainstorming and Rebuilding'. Participants envisioned their roles as setting an overarching priority goal, defining detailed rehabilitation goals, sharing knowledge with the team, and rebuilding skills to attain goals. Implications for nursing practice include the need to understand patients' experiences and perceptions, share knowledge, and support effective communication to promote collaborative goal setting.
ISBN
9780494804773
0494804777