Abstract
Lebanese migrants form a significant proportion of the population in south-western Sydney (SWS), and in New South Wales, Australia. This pilot study was undertaken in south-western Sydney, a rapidly expanding and socioeconomically disadvantaged region, to explore the experiences of English speaking women of Lebanese origin whose spouses had recently experienced an acute myocardial infarction (AMI). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with seven Lebanese-born women at 2- and 4-week intervals, following the discharge of their husbands from hospital. Qualitative analysis of narrative text revealed four distinct themes. These were: struggle to resolve distress; intensive monitoring of the AMI survivor; searching for avenues of support; and reflecting on the future. Study findings are discussed in relation to the literature. Implications for nursing practice and research are drawn from study findings.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1199-1206 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Journal of advanced nursing |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 1998 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Acute myocardial infarction
- Culture
- Feminist research
- Lebanese-born women
- Multiculturalism
- Nursing
- Spouses
- Women's health
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Nursing