J Korean Acad Nurs.  2012 Aug;42(4):486-495. 10.4040/jkan.2012.42.4.486.

Prerequisite for Korean Advance Directives: From the View of Healthcare Providers

• Kim SM
• Hong SW
• Eun Y
• Koh SJ

• KMID: 1387321
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4040/jkan.2012.42.4.486

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purpose of this study was to explore the main prerequisite for Korean Advance Directives [KAD] to ensure their better use.
METHODS
Data were collected from two focus group interviews and individual email responses. Study participants were 5 doctors and 6 nurses. All interview data were transcribed and analyzed using qualitative content analysis.
RESULTS
Three main themes emerged; establishing a philosophy of KAD, protocol to practice KAD, and the KAD document itself. A philosophy is needed to ensure individual needs, consensus to practice AD and identify principle agents. The core of protocol was found to be as follows; 1) process, 2) premise, 3) procedure, 4) contextual preparation, 5) timing, 6) feasibility. Component and feasibility need to be established for the document itself.
CONCLUSION
For a positive acceptance of KAD in Korean society, a culture sensitive, reality based, and user friendly AD needs to be developed.

Keyword

Advance directives; Focus groups; Healthcare providers

MeSH Terms

Adult
*Advance Directives
Asian Continental Ancestry Group
Female
Focus Groups
Health Personnel/*psychology
Humans
Interviews as Topic
Male
Middle Aged
Qualitative Research
Questionnaires
Republic of Korea

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