The Effect of Mutual Goal Setting on Understanding the Diagnosis of Heart Failure in Adults

Author

Susan V. Watson, Grand Valley State University

Date Approved

2000

Graduate Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Nursing (M.S.N.)

Degree Program

College of Nursing

Abstract

This secondary analysis examined the effect of mutual goal setting (MGS) on perceived understanding of the diagnosis of heart failure (HF). The conceptual framework for this study was King's theory of goal attainment. The sample consisted of clients with a diagnosis of HF from two Southwestern Michigan home care agencies. Subjects were randomly assigned to either a control group or intervention group and received eight weekly visits. Data were collected at baseline, 3 months, and 5 months using the general counseling section of the Self-Management Tool (Lorig et al., 1996). The secondary analysis sought to determine if MGS interventions improved perceived understanding of the diagnosis of HF. Although no significant difference was found at 3 months, there was a significant difference at 6 months (p= .04).

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ScholarWorks Citation

Watson, Susan V., "The Effect of Mutual Goal Setting on Understanding the Diagnosis of Heart Failure in Adults" (2000). Masters Theses. 599.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/theses/599