Abstract
Objectives: To investigate the lived experience of adults who experienced distress during clinical MRI.
Methods: Hermeneutic phenomenology methodology where lived experience data was collected through two stage semi-structured interviews. The population were adults from regional and rural New South Wales. Human research ethics was granted
Findings: Eight participants were interviewed, providing deep and holistic insight into their lived experience. This oral presentation explores the nuanced, intersubjective and dynamic nature of distress in MRI. This can be imagined as a continuum on an axis between two diametrically opposed poles of no distress and profound distress, where the individual continually moves back and forth along the axis over time
Conclusion: Distress in MRI is existential in nature with participants experiencing anxiety, fear and terror. Distress in MRI can be one of medical trauma with profound longer lasting impact. Practitioners need to be aware of the diverse nature of distress within this environment to be able to provide effective individualised person-centred care.
Keywords: MRI, phenomenology, lived experience, distress, qualitative
Methods: Hermeneutic phenomenology methodology where lived experience data was collected through two stage semi-structured interviews. The population were adults from regional and rural New South Wales. Human research ethics was granted
Findings: Eight participants were interviewed, providing deep and holistic insight into their lived experience. This oral presentation explores the nuanced, intersubjective and dynamic nature of distress in MRI. This can be imagined as a continuum on an axis between two diametrically opposed poles of no distress and profound distress, where the individual continually moves back and forth along the axis over time
Conclusion: Distress in MRI is existential in nature with participants experiencing anxiety, fear and terror. Distress in MRI can be one of medical trauma with profound longer lasting impact. Practitioners need to be aware of the diverse nature of distress within this environment to be able to provide effective individualised person-centred care.
Keywords: MRI, phenomenology, lived experience, distress, qualitative
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - 21 Sept 2024 |
| Event | ASMIRT Mid North Coast Imaging and Therapy Conference 2024 - Serenity Diamond Beach Resort, Diamond Beach, Australia Duration: 21 Sept 2024 → 22 Sept 2024 https://asmirt.org/events/mid-north-coast-imaging-and-therapy-conference-2024/ |
Conference
| Conference | ASMIRT Mid North Coast Imaging and Therapy Conference 2024 |
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| Abbreviated title | Wellness Beyond Borders |
| Country/Territory | Australia |
| City | Diamond Beach |
| Period | 21/09/24 → 22/09/24 |
| Other | Program attached to PID 533633634 Join us at the Mid North Coast Imaging and Therapy Education Weekend 2024, themed “Wellness Beyond Borders” where best practice meets excellence in rural and regional healthcare. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Serenity Diamond Beach NSW, this conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn, connect, and inspire. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the future of regional healthcare excellence! |
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