Perceptions of Physical Activity in African American Older Adults on Hemodialysis: Themes From Key Informant Interviews.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To determine key themes underlying the perceptions of older (≥65y) adults on hemodialysis regarding physical activity using qualitative methodology.

Design

Semistructured key informant interviews.

Setting

Academic medical center.

Participants

Convenience sample of older adults on hemodialysis (N=10).

Interventions

None.

Main outcome measures

Interview transcripts were coded and analyzed using the framework method to extract themes and subthemes. Participants also answered Likert statements regarding their perceptions of physical activity, and the responses were tallied.

Results

Ten older adults on hemodialysis participated (mean age 73±5y; 60% women); all were African American. All participants stated physical activity would make

SUBMITTER: Liu CK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7853361 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature