• 대한간호학회지
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• 제31권2호
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• pp.279-291
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• 2001

Rapid progress in modern medical technology has made it possible to sustain life and/or delay death using 'heroic' treatments. The availability of life-sustaining treatment brings several issues in end-of-life care such as 'dying with dignity' and an radical increase in health care costs. The use of Advance Directives(AD) have been widely heralded by health care providers, gerontologists, and advocacy groups as means of protecting patients' right to accept or refuse life-sustaining treatment in end-of-life care. The use of AD can not only improve patients' autonomy and quality of life but also bring efficiency in distributing health care resources. The proportion of older persons in Korean population has been increasing. Those 65 years of age or over were about 7 percent of the population. Death and dying is not limited to older persons, but it is more prevalent among them. In conjunction with an aging population and the increasing prevalence of death, the issues of death and dying will become crucial in near future in terms of 'dying with dignity', 'autonomy', and 'self-control'. This paper attempts to explode and establish the concept of advance directives (AD) based on literature review. Data sources are computer searches with the MEDLINE database. Due to the lack of prior study on AD for a Korean cases, studies abroad are reviewed. This paper suggests the need for future study on the possibility of the use of AD in Korea.

• 임상간호연구
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.86-96
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• 2020

Purpose: The purpose of study was to provide basic data for developing interventions that could help middle-aged adults prepare for dignified death in the future by examining their attitudes toward death and advance directives (AD), and knowledge of AD. Methods: Data were collected through a survey of 211 middle-aged adults from January 28 to February 28, 2019, in a city located in Gangwon Province. To analyze the data, descriptive statistics, t-test, one-way ANOVA, Scheffé test, Pearson's correlation coefficient and stepwise linear regression were utilized using SPSS/WINdows 21.0. Results: The average score of the participants' attitudes toward death and AD, and knowledge of AD was 91.82±10.89, 15.53±4.27, 46.00±9.45, respectively. There were positive correlations between attitudes toward dignified death and attitudes toward AD, and knowledge of AD. Factors that influence attitudes toward AD were shown in the order of attitudes toward dignified death, knowledge of AD, and intentions to write AD (Adjusted R²=.24). Conclusion: For the dignified death in the future, it is necessary to provide middle-aged adults with an opportunity to think about the need of AD. In addition, extensive education and promotion of AD are required to correct the misunderstanding of AD.

• 한국간호교육학회지
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• 제19권3호
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• pp.330-340
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• 2013

Purpose: This study was performed to identify the level of Korean elderly's knowledge regarding concepts of end-of-life (EOL), Life-sustaining-treatment (LST), and advance directives (AD) which are critical aspects for establishing AD in Korean society. Methods: A questionnaire survey was done between October 2011 and February 2012. Knowledge of AD was evaluated with 3 aspects including EOL, LST, and AD utilizing a questionnaire that was developed by authors for the study. Data were collected from 268 community dwelling elderly from three cities and analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-tests, one-way analysis of variance, and a Scheffe post hoc test with SAS Ver. 9.1 program. Results: Overall, Korean elderly were poorly acquainted with AD related concepts. Significant differences in awareness of AD including understanding of EOL, the level of comprehension of LST, and knowledge about AD were revealed by gender, education level, economic state, and acquaintance with terms of AD or LST. Conclusion: To acknowledge autonomy and support quality of life for elderly and to meet the purpose of AD, attention should be given to target populations including elderly in terms of knowledge level related to AD, social marketing, and infra structure relevant to practice AD in our society.

• 한국노년학
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• 제30권4호
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• pp.1197-1211
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• 2010

본 연구는 미래의 불확실한 상황이 발생했을 때를 대비하여 의식이 있을 때 임종기의 치료에 대한 선호도를 밝혀두는 사전의료지시서(Advance Directives) 모형 개발에 필요한 실증적 자료를 제공하기 위해 시도되었다. 6개 시·도에 거주하는 의료인(의사/간호사)과 일반성인 383명을 대상으로 AD 관련 실태와 무의미한 연명 치료에 대한 태도, AD 모형에 대한 인식과 선호도를 조사하였으며, 연구도구는 구조화된 설문지를 사용하였다. 수집한 자료는 SPSS 14.0을 이용하여 빈도분석과 백분율, χ² test, 평균과 표준편차를 구하였다. 연구결과 대부분의 의료인들은 심폐소생거부권(DNR order)과 AD에 대해서 알고 있었으며, 소수이기는 하지만 병원 내규나 서식을 통해 활용하고 있었다. 무의미한 연명치료에 대해서는 전체적으로 부정적인 인식을 가지고 있었으며, 대다수의 응답자들이 우리나라에 AD를 도입하는 것과 AD를 작성하는 것에 동의하였고, AD가 법적 효력을 갖는 것에 찬성하였다. AD를 작성하는 방법으로는 생전유언과 대리인 지정을 혼합하는 유형을 희망했고, 문서로 작성하는 것을 희망했다. 또한 AD를 작성하는 시기로는 말기질환으로 진단받았을 때를 가장 선호하는 것으로 나타났다. 본 연구결과를 토대로 우리나라 문화와 실정에 맞는 AD 모형을 제시하였다. 향후 연구에서는 AD 도입을 위해 사회적 합의를 이끌어 내기 위한 구체적인 방안이 논의 되어야 할 것이다.

• Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care
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• 제23권3호
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• pp.126-138
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• 2020

Purpose: In Korea, since the Act on Hospice and Palliative Care and Decisions on Life-Sustaining Treatment for Patients at the End of Life was implemented in February 2018, advance directives (ADs) have become legally effective and should be documented after sufficient explanation by a registered counselor. However, little is known regarding the adequacy of current AD counseling. This qualitative study aimed to explore the barriers to AD counseling based on counselors' experiences. Methods: We conducted focus group interviews using purposive sampling. Seven counselors working at hospitals, community health institutions, and non-profit organizations participated in this study. They were asked about the challenges and problems they encountered during AD counseling. Results: Three themes emerged from this study; 1) issues regarding consistency in AD counseling, 2) issues regarding AD counselors' competency and work environment, and 3) issues regarding the adequacy of the service system. The interviewees stated that the lack of a manual for standardized service made AD counseling inconsistent. The limited competency and poor work environment of counselors were pointed out as major barriers. The interviewees also stated that a proper service system considering individual circumstances is absent. Conclusion: The goals of AD counseling should be clarified and guidance should be implemented for providing standardized services. Further efforts to enhance the competency of AD counselors and to improve their working conditions are needed. Establishing an integrated framework for an adequate service system is also essential to overcome systematic barriers to AD counseling.

• 한국콘텐츠학회논문지
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.240-247
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• 2018

본 연구는 지역사회 재가노인을 대상으로 사전연명의료의향서(AD) 작성의도 영향 요인을 파악하기 위한 서술적 조사연구이다. 본 연구대상은 D 광역시에 거주하며 노인복지관을 이용하는 65세 이상의 남녀 노인 196명이다. 자료수집기간은 2016년 12월 8일에서 12월 19일까지였다. 수집된 자료는 SPSS 22.0 version을 이용하여, 서술통계, ${\chi}^2-test$, t-test, Logistic regression을 이용하여 분석하였다. 본 연구결과, 대상자 중 AD 작성 의도를 가진 경우는 58.2%였다. AD 작성의도에 따라 연령(${\chi}^2=4.92$, p=.020), 독거상태 (${\chi}^2=4.72$, p=.030 ), 주관적 건강상태(${\chi}^2=3.97$, p=.046), AD에 대한 인식 (t=-4.81, p<.001) 및 죽음에 대한 부정적 태도(t=2.01, p=.045)에서 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 나타났다. 회귀분석결과, AD 작성의도에 유의한 영향요인은 AD에 대한 인식으로 나타났다 (OR=11.87, p<.001, 95% CI=3.52~39.94). 따라서 노인의 AD에 대한 긍정적인 인식이 AD 작성 의도의 주요 예측변수임을 알 수 있다.

• 한국간호교육학회지
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.639-649
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• 2014

Purpose: This study evaluates the feasibility of Korean Advance Directives (K-AD) developed earlier. Method: From January 1 to February 28, 2013, data were collected from 330 adults through a self-reported questionnaire established by the authors based on literature review and expert consultation. The feasibility of K-AD was multi-dimensionally evaluated through four criteria: cognitive, psychological, document making and socially expecting aspects. Data were analyzed using t tests, one-way ANOVA, and Scheffe post hoc tests via the SAS 9.1.3 program. Results: The feasibility of K-AD differed significantly by gender (p=.003), educational level (p<.001), religion (p=.002), and self-reported health status (p=.039). Differences in the level of easiness with K-AD by gender (p=.008) and education (p=.047) were significant. Perceived simplicity of AD differed significantly by religion (p=.005), and the necessity of AD differed significantly by gender (p=.025) and religion (p=.005). Conclusion: K-AD are sufficiently feasible to be tentatively utilized in practice. This is the first study to explore the feasibility of K-AD on the basis of multiple aspects. However, further studies involving diverse populations and methodologies to validate the usefulness of K-AD are warranted.

• Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care
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• 제19권2호
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• pp.109-118
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• 2016

목적: 본 연구는 일련의 연구들을 통해 제안된 한국형 사전의료의향서(K-AD)에 대해 일반인 등에 대한 수용성과 문서 자체의 신뢰도를 평가하고자 수행되었다. 방법: 연구 대상자는 3개 지역으로부터 편의 추출한 20세 이상 성인 181명이었다. 이들 모두에게 K-AD를 작성하게 한 후 시각상사척도 상으로 복잡성, 난이도, 필요성, 만족도, 추천도의 5개 측면을 평가하도록 하였고, 이중 117명의 중년과 노인 집단을 대상으로는 2주 후 다시 K-AD를 작성토록 하여 검사-재검사를 통한 문서자체의 신뢰도를 검증하였다. 결과: K-AD에 대한 전반적 및 5개 측면에서의 수용도는 100점 만점에 70점 이상으로 '중상' 정도의 수용성을 보였다. 검사-재검사 결과 kappa값은 0.592~0.950로 일치도는 moderate 이상인 것으로 나타났다. 덧붙여 K-AD 작성 결과 우리나라 성인의 임종기 의료와 관련한 가치관으로는 고통 없이 편안하게 임종을 맞는 것이 가장 많이 보고되었고 가치관, 의료 지시, 대리인 지정 모두에서 젊은 성인, 중년, 노인 집단별로 유의한 차이를 보였다. 결론: 본 연구 결과 K-AD는 가용한 문서로 평가되었다. 따라서 앞으로 더 다양한 집단을 대상으로 K-AD를 검증할 필요성이 있고 본 문서의 정착과 확산을 위한 연구와 노력이 요구된다.

• 대한간호학회지
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• 제42권4호
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• pp.486-495
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• 2012

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.

• 한국보건간호학회지
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• 제34권2호
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• pp.251-262
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• 2020

Purpose: This study attempts to provide basic data for establishing and implementing an advanced directive (AD) system that helps identify dignified death attitudes and reduces death anxiety of the preliminary, through preparation of an AD. Methods: Data were collected from 135 preliminary elderly aged 55 to 64 years, recruited from health centers and welfare facilities. All data were analyzed using SPSS 22.0. Results: Overall scores of the participants were 2.26±0.64 for death anxiety scale, and 3.16±0.44 for dignified death attitude. Scores of individuals who prepared an AD were determined to be 2.19±0.64 for death anxiety, and 3.34±0.44 for dignity of death. The difference in scores obtained for dignified death attitude was significantly higher for the group that signed an AD, as compared to the group with no AD (F=14.81, p<0.001). Conclusions: Results of this study reveal that preliminary elderly who sign an AD have a higher dignified death attitude score as compared to subjects who do not sign an AD. Additionally, the former group of participants desire a dignified end to their life. This indicates a necessity to promote public campaigns for ADs, and to develop educational programs that assist the elderly to prepare for a dignified death and make autonomous decisions.