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Converging assistance research approach in a study with people with coronary arterial disease

The objective of this report is to highlight the relevance of the method of Converging Assistance Research (PCA). It takes as reference a study that aimed to introduce innovations in the context of the practice through the construction, implementation and analysis of a Body Ludic Experience Program with persons diagnosed with coronary arteriosclerosis disease. The PCA approach is characterized by its property of interacting with the health assistance. Accordingly, health actions are gradually incorporated in the research process and vice versa. The findings showed that the PCA consisted of a proper method for introducing innovation in the health practice for self care and for the prevention of the coronary arteriosclerosis disease complications. The study also has contributed for the knowledge development related to self-care and to prevention of coronary atherosclerosis complications.

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