Does “Patient-reported Discomfort” From Bronchoscopy Differ Over Time?

Abstract

The comfort score assessed immediately after the procedure is similar to that recorded at a later date, and it relates to the score assessed by the nursing staff. Younger patients reported higher immediate discomfort.

Evaluation of factors that influence anxiety and satisfaction in patients undergoing bronchofiberoscopy with analgosedation

“…Patients’ satisfaction with BF is an individual and subjective issue that is dependent on the fulfillment of patients’ expectations. Many studies have evaluated factors that influence patient satisfaction; these factors should be taken into account in the management of patients, especially those with chronic respiratory diseases . It is important to consider the approach to BF as a multidisciplinary effort as various members of the medical staff may influence the patients’ experience and impact future care.…”