AUDITING OF DISCHARGE EDUCATION AFTER CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY PATIENTS AND DIFFERENCE

A RAFIQUE; S KHAN; A WAQAS; SS TASNEEM; R JABEEN

doi:10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1350

Authors

A RAFIQUE Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan
S KHAN Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan
A WAQAS Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan
SS TASNEEM Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan
R JABEEN Department of Nursing, The superior university Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.1350

Keywords:

Coronary angiography, discharge education, gender differences, nurse-patient communication, Pakistan

Abstract

Discharge education is critical for ensuring successful recovery and preventing complications in patients undergoing coronary angiography (CAG). However, gaps and gender disparities in discharge education practices remain underexplored in Pakistan. Objective: To audit the discharge education provided to CAG patients and assess gender differences in the comprehensiveness and effectiveness of the education. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 165 CAG patients at a tertiary care hospital. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, assessing nurse-patient communication, wound care education, bleeding control, drug usage, and lifestyle modifications. Descriptive and inferential statistics were analyzed using SPSS version 26. Results: Nurse-patient communication was effective, with 98.2% of nurses calmly engaging with patients and 96.4% providing clear instructions. However, only 33.9% emphasized bed rest post-CAG, and 30.9% advised against lifting heavy objects. Gender disparities were evident, with female patients receiving less comprehensive education. Lifestyle modification education showed high compliance, with 93.9% advising against smoking and 95.8% recommending a healthy diet. Conclusion: While strengths in communication were observed, significant gaps in wound care and lifestyle education were identified, along with gender disparities. Standardized discharge protocols and gender-sensitive strategies are needed to enhance education quality and ensure equitable healthcare delivery.

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