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Structural Equation Modeling on Life-world Integration in People with Severe Burns

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to construct and test a structural equation modeling on life-world integration in people with severe burns. METHODS: A survey design was used. Data were collected in 2008 from 376 people who had experienced severe burns using questionnaires. The data were analyzed using structural equation modeling. RESULTS: The fitness parameters of the modified model (χ(2)/df = 3.15, goodness of fit: .91, normal fit index: .93, Tucker Lewis Index: .93, root mean square error of approximation: .07, root mean square residual: .04, and comparative fit index: .95) indicated its suitability as the research model. Physical function directly influenced burn factor, and family support indirectly influenced life-world integration. CONCLUSION: Physical function should be directly improved to adjust to life-world integration. A comprehensive integration approach is also necessary to help people with severe burns successfully return to society.

Source: Asian Nursing Research

DOI: 10.1016/j.anr.2013.06.003

Authors: Gyeong Suk Lee, Young-Hee Yom

Institutions: Hallym University Hangang Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University Medical Center, Chung-Ang University

Language: English

Topic: Burn Injury Management and Outcomes

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,500