Purpose: This study produced a rich description of the lived experiences of tuberculosis (TB) treatment among Mexican Americans living in the Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) of Texas. Design: This qualitative study used phenomenological methodology, guided by Merleau-Ponty’s philosophical framework, particularly his theories on mind–body influence, fabric of relationships, importance of cul…
Purpose: To fill out the gaps in the existing research on the early recovery experiences of patients who have suffered moderate to severe injuries. Design: Exploratory phenomenology was applied in this study. Methods: Data were collected at a hospital in Taiwan from a purposive sample of 14 participants who were interviewed before hospital discharge. Semistructured and audio-taped interviews …
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to provide an insider’s account of what it is like to live with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a genetic cardiovascular illness that carries the risk for sudden cardiac death. This study aims to reveal how HCM impacts the family and guides the decision whether or not to pursue genetic testing, how the physical limitations associated with HCM alter bei…
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the common meanings a history of violence has for women out of abusive and violent relationships with an intimate male partner for 5 or more years. Specific Aims: To describe the common meanings and shared practices of women who left violent and abusive heterosexual intimate relationships 5 or more years ago, the challenges they face in their …