Table 2.
Core concepts and Sub-concepts
| Central Concepts | No of papers (n = 30) | Sub-concepts |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Impact of CHF on everyday life | ||
| Social isolation | 20 | Feeling abandoned; Physical restrictions; Food and diet; Medication; Fatigue; Relationships with family and friends |
| Living in fear | 16 | Uncertainty; Frustrated; Sleep; Work restrictions; Being limited; Behaviour change |
| Losing a sense of control | 15 | Symptoms; Being limited; Helplessness; Unpredictable |
| 2. Common patterns of coping strategies | ||
| Sharing experiences | 13 | Practical support; Psychological support; Emotional support; Knowledge; Assistance; Friends/family; Comfort |
| Being flexible to changing circumstances | 14 | Coping; Adjustment; Awareness; Acceptance; Making changes |
| 3. Factors influencing self care and/or the provision of good care | ||
| Knowledge | 17 | Knowledge; lack of knowledge; Acquiring information; Self-management; Self care; Emotional benefit; Navigating health services; Access to services |
| Health Services -- availability and access | 3 | Time constraints; Communication; Negative experience; Patient satisfaction |
| Health Services -- continuity and quality of care | 15 | Advice; Self care; Time constraints; Self care; Trust; Multiple care providers; Conflicting advice; Confusion; Education |
| Co-morbidity | 11 | Depression; Diabetes; Arthritis; Dietary restriction; Exercise; Sexual life |
| Personal Relationships | 26 | Family; Friends; Sexual life; Peers with CHF; Changing roles; Social isolation |