A wolf in sheep's clothing? Patients' and healthcare professionals' perceptions of oxygen therapy: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

作者：Kelly Carol A^*; Lynes Dave; O'Brien Mary R; Shaw Ben

来源：Clinical Respiratory Journal, 2018, 12(2): 616-632.

DOI：10.1111/crj.12571

• COPD
• healthcare professionals
• oxygen
• perceptions

BackgroundDespite emerging evidence and guidelines, poor prescribing and administration of oxygen therapy persists. This study aimed to explore healthcare professionals' (HCPs) and patients' perceptions of oxygen.
DesignSemi-structured interviews with 28 patients and 34 HCPs.
FindingsThree master themes uncovered: oxygen as a panacea, the burden of oxygen and antecedents to beliefs. Patients used oxygen for breathlessness and as an enabler; they were grateful to oxygen and accepted it as part of the disease. HCPs used oxygen because it helps patients; it works; and it makes HCPs feel better. But oxygen is not benign and a burden is evident with potential antecedents to beliefs revealed.
SummaryThe findings suggest that a set of fixed beliefs regarding oxygen exist, influenced by several impacting factors. The perception that oxygen is a universal remedy presides, but is, at times, contradictory. These findings will raise awareness of entrenched cultures, influence future educational and research strategies, and inform policy.

• 出版日期2018-2