Cardiac Arrest Survivors’ Perspectives to Inform the Co-Design of a Web-Based Support and Learning Platform: Qualitative Content Analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Cardiac Arrest Survivors’ Perspectives to Inform the Co-Design of a Web-Based Support and Learning Platform: Qualitative Content Analysis

  • By

  • Annette Waldemar

  • Anders Bremer

  • Johan Israelsson

  • Katarina Heimburg

  • Per Nordberg

  • Erik Blennow Nordström

  • Kristofer Årestedt

  • Ingela Thylén

  • May 22, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Insights from Cardiac Arrest Survivors to Guide the Development of an Online Support and Education Platform: A Qualitative Content Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionCardiac Arrest Recovery
Key MechanismsCognitive, emotional, physical, and existential challenges post-cardiac arrest.
Target PopulationSurvivors of cardiac arrest.
Care SettingPost-resuscitation care, primarily in community and digital platforms.

Key Highlights

  • Survivors often face anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances post-arrest.
  • Transition from hospital to home is abrupt and disorienting for survivors.
  • Many survivors report inadequate follow-up and support after discharge.
  • Digital support interventions can improve self-management and psychological well-being.
  • There is a need for tailored digital solutions for cardiac arrest survivors.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Psychosocial screening and education within 3 months post-cardiac arrest.

Management

  • Structured follow-up care is essential for recovery.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Survivors should be monitored for psychological distress and recovery challenges.

Risks

  • Survivors unprepared for discharge may have higher readmission risks.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Cardiac arrest survivors, particularly those with non-cardiac arrest etiology.

Survivors often seek support through online and community resources.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Cocreate digital support interventions with input from survivors.
  • Ensure follow-up care is integrated into health care pathways.

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