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|a The lived experience of living kidney donors : a phenomenological inquiry |h [electronic resource]. |
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|a Miami, Fla. : |b Barry University, |c 2010. |
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|a xi, 171 leaves ; |c 28 cm |
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|a Barry University Dissertations -- College of Nursing and Health Sciences. |
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|a Thesis (Ph.D.)--Barry University, 2010. |
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|a Includes bibliographical references (leaves 152-158). |
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|a Copyright Richard N. Cherry. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder. |
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|a Background: Approximately forty-five percent of kidney transplants performed in the United States were from living kidney donors and the expected growth of living kidney donors is expected to almost double in the next twelve years (OPTN, 2008). Much research has been done on transplant recipients, however, there is little data regarding the experience of donating a kidney from the donor’s perspective. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to gain a deeper understanding of the lived experience of being a kidney donor. Methods: The qualitative method of phenomenology will be utilized to recapture the individual’s lived experience of being a kidney donor. The research question for this phenomenological study is, “What is the lived experience of a living kidney donor following organ donation?” A purposeful sample of not more than twenty living kidney donors over eighteen years of age will be interviewed. Audio taped semi-structured interviews, lasting no more than one hour will be conducted and transcribed verbatim. Participants will be mailed a copy of their transcript and contacted for a second interview, conducted by telephone, and lasting no more than one hour to review their transcript for accuracy and member checks. The researcher will use van Manen’s hermeneutic approach that combines and intertwines description, interpretation, and language (1997). Results: Twelve individuals who donated a kidney at least six months prior to participating were interviewed. The Theory of Gift Exchange by Marcel Mauss was examined, exploring the three concepts of giving, receiving, and reciprocating, as it relates to living kidney donation. The overarching theme of altruism emerged highlighting each participant’s lived experience of donated selflessly, without regard to their own wellbeing. Five additional themes developed through data analysis: living, caring for self, giving back, becoming closer, and wishing. Conclusions: Little is known about living kidney donors from a phenomenological perspective. The focus of this study was to explore the lived experience of living kidney donors in an effort to gain a deeper understanding of their unique life experiences. Living organ donation continues to increase and it is believed that ongoing research into the lives and experiences of living donors will improve and enhance their care. |
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|a Electronic reproduction. |c Barry University, |d 2020. |f (Barry University Digital Collections) |n Mode of access: World Wide Web. |n System requirements: Internet connectivity; Web browser software. |
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|a Barry University Archives and Special Collections. |
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|a Kidneys |x Transplantation. |
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|a Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc. |
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|a Living related donor transplantation. |
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|a Theses and Dissertations. |
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