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Steinman L, Chadwick K, Chavez Santos E, Sravanam S, Johnson SS, Rensema E, Mayotte C, Denison P, Lorig K. Remote Evidence-Based Programs for Health Promotion to Support Older Adults During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond: Mixed Methods Outcome Evaluation. JMIR Aging 2024; 7:e52069. [PMID: 38869932 PMCID: PMC11211707 DOI: 10.2196/52069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2024] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Evidence-based programs (EBPs) for health promotion were developed to reach older adults where they live, work, pray, and play. When the COVID-19 pandemic placed a disproportionate burden on older adults living with chronic conditions and the community-based organizations that support them, these in-person programs shifted to remote delivery. While EBPs have demonstrated effectiveness when delivered in person, less is known about outcomes when delivered remotely. OBJECTIVE This study evaluated changes in remote EBP participants' health and well-being in a national mixed methods outcome evaluation in January 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022. METHODS We used the RE-AIM (Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance) for equity framework to guide the evaluation. We purposively sampled for diverse remote EBP delivery modes and delivery organizations, staff, and traditionally underserved older adults, including people of color and rural dwellers. We included 5 EBPs for self-management, falls prevention, and physical activity: videoconferencing (Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, Diabetes Self-Management Program, and EnhanceFitness), telephone plus mailed materials (Chronic Pain Self-Management Program), and enhanced self-directed mailed materials (Walk With Ease). Participant and provider data included validated surveys, in-depth interviews, and open-ended survey questions. We used descriptive statistics to characterize the sample and the magnitude of change and paired t tests (2-tailed) and the Fisher exact test to test for change in outcomes between enrollment and 6-month follow-up. Thematic analysis was used to identify similarities and differences in outcomes within and across programs. Joint display tables facilitated the integration of quantitative and qualitative findings. RESULTS A total of 586 older adults, 198 providers, and 37 organizations providing EBPs participated in the evaluation. Of the 586 older adults, 289 (49.3%) provided follow-up outcome data. The mean age of the EBP participants was 65.4 (SD 12.0) years. Of the 289 EBP participants, 241 (83.4%) were female, 108 (37.3%) were people of color, 113 (39.1%) lived alone, and 99 (34.3%) were experiencing financial hardship. In addition, the participants reported a mean of 2.5 (SD 1.7) chronic conditions. Overall, the remote EBP participants showed statistically significant improvements in health, energy, sleep quality, loneliness, depressive symptoms, and technology anxiety. Qualitatively, participants shared improvements in knowledge, attitudes, and skills for healthier living; reduced their social isolation and loneliness; and gained better access to programs. Three-fourths of the providers (149/198, 75.2%) felt that effectiveness was maintained when switching from in-person to remote delivery. CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that participating in remote EBPs can improve health, social, and technological outcomes of interest for older adults and providers, with benefits extending to policy makers. Future policy and practice can better support remote EBP delivery as one model for health promotion, improving access for all older adults.
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- Lesley Steinman
- Health Promotion Research Center, Department of Health Systems and Population Health, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Health Promotion Research Center, Department of Health Systems and Population Health, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Health Promotion Research Center, Department of Health Systems and Population Health, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Health Promotion Research Center, Department of Health Systems and Population Health, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Office of Community Outreach and Engagement, Fred Hutch Cancer Center, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Health Promotion Research Center, Department of Health Systems and Population Health, University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA, United States
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- Self Management Resource Center, Aptos, CA, United States
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Wang P, Yu L, Li T, Zhou L, Ma X. Use of Mobile Technologies to Streamline Pretriage Patient Flow in the Emergency Department: Observational Usability Study. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2024; 12:e54642. [PMID: 38848554 PMCID: PMC11193078 DOI: 10.2196/54642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND In emergency departments (EDs), triage nurses are under tremendous daily pressure to rapidly assess the acuity level of patients and log the collected information into computers. With self-service technologies, patients could complete data entry on their own, allowing nurses to focus on higher-order tasks. Kiosks are a popular working example of such self-service technologies; however, placing a sufficient number of unwieldy and fixed machines demands a spatial change in the greeting area and affects pretriage flow. Mobile technologies could offer a solution to these issues. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to investigate the use of mobile technologies to improve pretriage flow in EDs. METHODS The proposed stack of mobile technologies includes patient-carried smartphones and QR technology. The web address of the self-registration app is encoded into a QR code, which was posted directly outside the walk-in entrance to be seen by every ambulatory arrival. Registration is initiated immediately after patients or their proxies scan the code using their smartphones. Patients could complete data entry at any site on the way to the triage area. Upon completion, the result is saved locally on smartphones. At the triage area, the result is automatically decoded by a portable code reader and then loaded into the triage computer. This system was implemented in three busy metropolitan EDs in Shanghai, China. Both kiosks and smartphones were evaluated randomly while being used to direct pretriage patient flow. Data were collected during a 20-day period in each center. Timeliness and usability of medical students simulating ED arrivals were assessed with the After-Scenario Questionnaire. Usability was assessed by triage nurses with the Net Promoter Score (NPS). Observations made during system implementation were subject to qualitative thematic analysis. RESULTS Overall, 5928 of 8575 patients performed self-registration on kiosks, and 7330 of 8532 patients checked in on their smartphones. Referring effort was significantly reduced (43.7% vs 8.8%; P<.001) and mean pretriage waiting times were significantly reduced (4.4, SD 1.7 vs 2.9, SD 1.0 minutes; P<.001) with the use of smartphones compared to kiosks. There was a significant difference in mean usability scores for "ease of task completion" (4.4, SD 1.5 vs 6.7, SD 0.7; P<.001), "satisfaction with completion time" (4.5, SD 1.4 vs 6.8, SD 0.6; P<.001), and "satisfaction with support" (4.9, SD 1.9 vs 6.6, SD 1.2; P<.001). Triage nurses provided a higher NPS after implementation of mobile self-registration compared to the use of kiosks (13.3% vs 93.3%; P<.001). A modified queueing model was identified and qualitative findings were grouped by sequential steps. CONCLUSIONS This study suggests patient-carried smartphones as a useful tool for ED self-registration. With increased usability and a tailored queueing model, the proposed system is expected to minimize pretriage waiting for patients in the ED.
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- Panzhang Wang
- Department of Medical Informatics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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Chen D, Shen E, Kolbuck VD, Sajwani A, Finlayson C, Gordon EJ. Co-design and usability of an interactive web-based fertility decision aid for transgender youth and young adults. J Pediatr Psychol 2024:jsae032. [PMID: 38722239 DOI: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsae032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2023] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/22/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To develop a patient- and family-centered Aid For Fertility-Related Medical Decisions (AFFRMED) interactive website targeted for transgender and nonbinary (TNB) youth/young adults and their parents to facilitate shared decision-making about fertility preservation interventions through user-centered participatory design. METHOD TNB youth/young adults interested in or currently receiving pubertal suppression or gender-affirming hormone treatment and parents of eligible TNB youth/young adults were recruited to participate in a series of iterative human-centered co-design sessions to develop an initial AFFRMED prototype. Subsequently, TNB youth/young adults and parents of TNB youth/young adults were recruited for usability testing interviews, involving measures of usability (i.e., After Scenario Questionnaire, Net Promotor Score, System Usability Scale). RESULTS Twenty-seven participants completed 18 iterative co-design sessions and provided feedback on 10 versions of AFFRMED (16 TNB youth/young adults and 11 parents). Nine TNB youth/young adults and six parents completed individual usability testing interviews. Overall, participants rated AFFRMED highly on measures of acceptability, appropriateness, usability, and satisfaction. However, scores varied by treatment cohort, with TNB youth interested in or currently receiving pubertal suppression treatment reporting the lowest usability scores. CONCLUSIONS We co-created a youth- and family-centered fertility decision aid prototype that provides education and decision support in an online, interactive format. Future directions include testing the efficacy of the decision aid in improving fertility and fertility preservation knowledge, decisional self-efficacy, and decision satisfaction.
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- Diane Chen
- Potocsnak Family Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- Potocsnak Family Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Potocsnak Family Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine, Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States
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- Department of Pediatrics, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Department of Surgery and Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, United States
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Campos CFC, Olivo CR, Martins MDA, Tempski PZ. Physicians' attention to patients' communication cues can improve patient satisfaction with care and perception of physicians' empathy. Clinics (Sao Paulo) 2024; 79:100377. [PMID: 38703716 PMCID: PMC11087704 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinsp.2024.100377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 01/25/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The pathway that links good communication skills and better health outcomes is still unclear. However, it is known that the way that physicians and patients communicate with each other has direct consequences on more "proximal outcomes", such as perceptions of physician empathy and patient satisfaction. However, which specific communication skills lead to those patient outcomes is still unknown. In this study, the authors aimed to analyze which specific patient and physician communication skills are correlated to patients' satisfaction with care and patient-perceived physician empathy. METHODS The authors classified and quantified verbal and nonverbal communication of second-year internal medicine residents and their patients through video recordings of their consultations. Patients also rated their satisfaction with care and the physician's empathy for them. RESULTS Using a linear regression model, the authors identified that patients' and physicians' expressions of disapproval, physicians' disruptions, and patients' use of content questions negatively correlated to patients' satisfaction and patient-perceived physician empathy. Conversely, patient affective behaviors and the physician's provision of advice/suggestion were positively correlated to at least one of the patient-measured outcomes. CONCLUSION Our findings point to the importance of physicians' attentiveness to patients' communication cues. Training physicians to interpret those cues could help develop more satisfactory and empathic therapeutic relationships.
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- Carlos Frederico Confort Campos
- The Centre for Medical and Health Sciences Education, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand; Center for Development of Medical Education, Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Center for Development of Medical Education, Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Center for Development of Medical Education, Universidade de São Paulo, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Yee J, Auerbach MA, Wong KU, Kaur S, Burns RA. Dissemination, Utilization, and Satisfaction With Emergency Medicine Resident Simulation Curriculum for Pediatrics (EM ReSCu Peds) by North American Residency Programs. Pediatr Emerg Care 2024; 40:364-369. [PMID: 38262070 DOI: 10.1097/pec.0000000000003110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Our research team's primary objective was to investigate how a custom standard simulation curriculum for teaching emergency medicine residents about pediatrics was being used by programs across North America. We also wanted to know if program directors were satisfied with the curriculum and whether they had challenges with implementing it. Our long-term goal is to promote the Emergency Medicine Resident Simulation Curriculum for Pediatrics for use by all programs in the United States. METHODS We distributed an electronic questionnaire to individuals who have downloaded the Emergency Medicine Resident Simulation Curriculum for Pediatrics in the form of an e-book from the Academic Life in Emergency Medicine Web site. The curriculum was marketed through national emergency medicine (EM) and pediatric emergency medicine (PEM) groups, PEM listserv, and through the International Network for Simulation-Based Pediatric Innovation, Research, and Education. We asked survey recipients how they used the curriculum, plans for future maintenance, satisfaction with curriculum use, and whether they had any challenges with implementation. Finally, we asked demographic questions. RESULTS Most survey respondents were EM or PEM health care physicians in the United States or Canada. Respondents' primary goal of using the curriculum was resident education. Through assessment with the Net Promoter Score, satisfaction with the curriculum was net positive with users largely scoring as curriculum promoters. We found COVID-19 and overall time limitations to be implementation barriers, whereas learner interest in topics was the largest cited facilitator. Most responders plan to continue to implement either selected cases or the entire curriculum in the future. CONCLUSIONS Of those who responded, our target audience of EM physicians used our curriculum the most. Further investigation on implementation needs, specifically for lower resource emergency programs, is needed.
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- Jennifer Yee
- From the The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
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- Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ
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Daly B, Cracchiolo J, Holland J, Ebstein AM, Flynn J, Duck E, Moy M, Walters CB, Giacomazzo L, Huang J, Fahy R, Bernal C, Ackerman J, Salvaggio R, Begue A, Raj N, Kuperman G, Mao JJ, Panageas K. Digitally Enabled Transitional Care Management in Oncology. JCO Oncol Pract 2024; 20:657-665. [PMID: 38382002 DOI: 10.1200/op.23.00565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Improving care transitions for patients with cancer discharged from the hospital is considered an important component of quality care. Digital monitoring has the potential to better the delivery of transitional care through improved patient-provider communication and enhanced symptom management. However, remote patient monitoring (RPM) interventions have not been widely implemented for oncology patients after discharge, an innovative setting in which to apply this technology. METHODS We implemented a RPM intervention which identifies medical oncology patients at discharge, monitors their symptoms for 10 days, and intervenes as necessary to manage symptoms. We evaluated the feasibility (>50% patient engagement with symptom assessment), appropriateness (symptom alerts), and acceptability (net promoter score >0.7) of the intervention and the initial effect on acute care visits and return on investment. RESULTS During the study period, January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2022, we evaluated 2,257 medical oncology discharges representing 1,857 unique patients. We found that 65.9% of patients discharged (N = 1,489) completed at least one symptom assessment postdischarge and of them, 45.5% (n = 678) generated a severe symptom alert that we helped to manage. Patients expressed high satisfaction with the intervention with a net promoter score of 84%. In preliminary analysis of patients with GI malignancies (n = 449), we found a nonsignificant decrease in 30-day readmissions for the intervention cohort (n = 269) by 5.8% as compared with the control (n = 180; from 33.3% to 27.5%; P = .22). CONCLUSION Digital transitional care management was feasible and demonstrated that patients transitioning from the hospital to home have a substantial symptom burden. The intervention was associated with high patient satisfaction but will require further refinement and evaluation to increase its impact on 30-day readmission.
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- Bobby Daly
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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Fan Q, Hoang MN, DuBose L, Ory MG, Vennatt J, Salha D, Lee S, Falohun T. The Olera.care Digital Caregiving Assistance Platform for Dementia Caregivers: Preliminary Evaluation Study. JMIR Aging 2024; 7:e55132. [PMID: 38630527 PMCID: PMC11063878 DOI: 10.2196/55132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2023] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The increasing prevalence of Alzheimer disease and Alzheimer disease-related dementia in the United States has amplified the health care burden and caregiving challenges, especially for caregivers of people living with dementia. A web-based care planning tool, Olera.care, was developed to aid caregivers in managing common challenges associated with dementia care. OBJECTIVE This study aims to preliminarily evaluate the quality and usability of the Olera.care platform and assess the preferences of using the technology and interests in learning about different older adult care services among caregivers. METHODS For interview 1, we aim to understand caregiving needs and let the participants start engaging with the platform. After they engage with the platform, we schedule the second interview and let the participants complete the Mobile Application Rating Scale. The survey also included sociodemographic characteristics, caregiving experiences, communication preferences in technology adoption, and older adult care service use and interests. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the quality and usability of the platform and characteristics of the participants. We conducted 2-sample 2-tailed t tests to examine the differences in the Mobile Application Rating Scale evaluation scores by caregiver characteristics. RESULTS Overall, 30 adult caregivers in Texas completed the evaluation. The majority were aged ≥50 years (25/30, 83%), women (23/30, 77%), White (25/30, 83%), and financially stable (20/30, 67%). The Olera.care platform evaluation showed high satisfaction, with an overall mean rating of 4.57 (SD 0.57) of 5, and scored well in engagement (mean 4.10, SD 0.61), functionality (mean 4.46, SD 0.44), aesthetics (mean 4.58, SD 0.53), and information quality (mean 4.76, SD 0.44) consistently across all participants. A statistically significant difference (P=.02) was observed in functionality evaluation scores by duration of caregiving, with caregivers dedicating more hours to care rating it higher than those providing less care (mean 4.6, SD 0.4 vs mean 4.2, SD 0.5). In addition, caregivers with less caregiving experience reported significantly higher evaluation scores for aesthetics (P=.04) and information quality (P=.03) compared to those with longer years of caregiving. All participants expressed a willingness to recommend the app to others, and 90% (27/30) rated the app overall positively. Most of the participants (21/30, 70%) favored anonymous interactions before receiving personalized feedback and preferred computer browsers over mobile apps. Medical home health services were the most used, with a diverse range of services being used. Caregiver support groups, medical providers, memory care, meal services, and adult day care were among the most desired services for future exploration. CONCLUSIONS The Olera.care web-based platform is a practical, engaging, easy-to-use, visually appealing, and informative tool for dementia caregivers. Future development and research are essential to enhance the platform and comprehensively evaluate it among a broader population.
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- Qiping Fan
- Department of Public Health Sciences, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, United States
- School of Public Health, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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- School of Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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- School of Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
- Internal Medicine, George Washington University, DC, WA, United States
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- School of Public Health, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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- School of Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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- School of Public Health, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, United States
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- College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M Univesity, College Station, TX, United States
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Hirayama T, Kojima R, Udagawa R, Mashiko Y, Matsumoto K, Ogata K, Shindo A, Mizuta T, Ogawa Y, Kayano A, Yanai Y, Ishiki H, Satomi E. Preliminary Effectiveness of an In-Hospital Peer Support Program, Adolescent and Young Adult Hiroba, on Anxiety in Adolescent and Young Adult Patients with Cancer. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2024; 13:224-232. [PMID: 37579263 PMCID: PMC10877384 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2023.0065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023] Open
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Purpose: Adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with cancer have few opportunities to connect with patients of the same generation while hospitalized. Although anxiety is frequently reported by them, there are no reports on the psychological effectiveness of an in-hospital patient support program based on peer support. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a program, termed Adolescent and Young Adult Hiroba (AYA Hiroba), for anxiety in AYA patients with cancer. Methods: This single-center, prospective, observational study in 24 AYA patients with cancer was conducted at the National Cancer Center Hospital in Japan. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale-Anxiety (HADS-A) was used to evaluate the primary outcome, anxiety. The Distress Thermometer (DT) was used to evaluate the secondary outcome, distress. The two outcomes were assessed before and after participation in AYA Hiroba. The Net Promoter Score (NPS) was used to evaluate satisfaction after participation in AYA Hiroba. Participants' free-text descriptions of the program were categorized according to similarities and differences. Results: The HADS-A and DT scores were significantly lower after the program than before (p < 0.001), as was the percentage of AYA patients with cancer with high distress (p = 0.04). The NPS was 27, which was lower than the value of 52 obtained in our previous study. Requests and suggestions to improve the program were grouped into three categories: content, facilitation, and online connection environment. Conclusion: This study suggests the preliminary effectiveness of the in-hospital peer support program for anxiety in AYA patients with cancer. The Clinical Trial Registration number: UMIN000045779.
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- Takatoshi Hirayama
- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, and National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Care, National Center for Global Health and Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, and National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, and National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Porsius JT, Ter Stege MHP, Selles RW, Slijper HP. Driving Factors of Recommending a Hand Surgery Clinic After Surgery. J Hand Surg Am 2024; 49:114-123. [PMID: 38099875 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2023.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2022] [Revised: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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PURPOSE Since a patient's recommendation of a clinic to others is an important indicator of patient experience, more insight is needed into the underlying factors that motivate such recommendations. This retrospective cohort study assessed the relative contribution of the following: (1) patient-related characteristics, (2) treatment outcome, (3) satisfaction with treatment outcome, and (4) patients' experience with the process of care to patients' recommendation of a specific clinic after elective surgery. METHODS Patients of specialized outpatient hand surgery clinics (N = 6,895) reported the likelihood of recommending the clinic to friends or family 3-5 months after surgery by filling in the Net Promoter Score. Potential predictors of the Net Promoter Score were preoperative patient characteristics, patient-reported treatment outcomes, satisfaction with treatment outcome, and experience with several health care delivery domains. Linear regression analyses were used to examine the contribution of the predictors. RESULTS Mean age of the patients was 53 (SD, 14) years, 62.5% were women, and 62.5% were employed. Preoperative patient characteristics explained 1% of the variance in clinic recommendations. An additional 6% was explained by the treatment outcome, 21.6% by satisfaction with treatment outcome, and 33.8% by patients' experience with care delivery (total explained variance was 62.3%). The strongest independent predictors of clinic recommendations were positive experiences with the quality of the facilities and the communication skills of the physician. CONCLUSIONS Patient recommendations are more strongly driven by patients' experience with care delivery than by treatment outcome and patient characteristics. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In elective surgery, improving patient experiences is pivotal in boosting patient recommendation of the clinic.
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- Jarry T Porsius
- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Hand and Wrist Center, Xpert Clinics, the Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Hand and Wrist Center, Xpert Clinics, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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Fraga IB, Caballero LG, Lago PD, de Oliveira JLC, Scherer M, Haeffner MP, Rabelo-Silva ER. Perceived dyspnea and experience of hospitalized patients with acute decompensated heart failure undergoing an early MObilization protocol with immersive Virtual rEality: MOVE study protocol for a parallel superiority randomized clinical trial. Trials 2023; 24:751. [PMID: 38001540 PMCID: PMC10675897 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-023-07786-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Immersive virtual reality (VR) is an innovative strategy for inpatient rehabilitation programs. Using immersive VR in early mobilization protocols has not yet been investigated in the setting of hospitalized patients with acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF), especially to improve perceived dyspnea, a common symptom of heart failure (HF). METHODS This is a single-center parallel superiority randomized clinical trial. The study will be conducted at a public teaching hospital in Brazil from January 2023 to January 2024. The sample will include adult patients with ADHF hospitalized for at least 24 h, randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to the control (standard early mobilization protocol conducted in the intensive care unit (ICU)) or intervention group (the same standard early mobilization protocol but associated with immersive VR). The primary outcome will be assessing perceived dyspnea, and the secondary outcome will be assessing patient experience. DISCUSSION Using immersive VR in early mobilization protocols in the ICU is expected to improve perceived dyspnea in patients with ADHF as well as patient experience regarding care. This study has the potential to increase patient adherence to early mobilization protocols in the setting of ADHF as well as to promote a positive patient experience. Filling this gap could promote the rational incorporation of technologies in health care. TRIAL REGISTRATION This study protocol is in its first version. CLINICALTRIALS gov NCT05596292. Registered on 1 December 2022.
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- Iasmin Borges Fraga
- Graduate Program in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Sciences, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Graduate Program Program of the School of Nursing, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Cardiology Division and Heart Failure Clinic, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Rehabilitation Sciences, Universidade Federal de Ciências da Saúde de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Cardiology Division and Heart Failure Clinic, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Cardiology Division and Heart Failure Clinic, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Sciences, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil.
- Graduate Program Program of the School of Nursing, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil.
- Cardiology Division and Heart Failure Clinic, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Brazil.
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Osmanski-Zenk K, Ellenrieder M, Mittelmeier W, Klinder A. Net Promoter Score: a prospective, single-centre observational study assessing if a single question determined treatment success after primary or revision hip arthroplasty. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:849. [PMID: 37891529 PMCID: PMC10605956 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06981-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Our study aimed to identify the relationship between treatment outcome assessed by patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) and satisfaction measured by calculation of the Net Promoter Score (NPS), which identifies promoters, following total hip arthroplasty (THA). The aim was to evaluate this association separately in primary and revision THA and to determine thresholds based on PROMs that identify detractors of the surgical procedure or the centre. METHODS A total of 1,243 patients who underwent primary or revision THA at our hospital were asked to complete questionnaires of the Oxford Hip Score (OHS), Euroquol-5D (EQ-5D) and information on pain intensity preoperatively, three and 12 months after surgery. Postoperatively, the patients were additionally asked about their satisfaction with the procedure and the hospital by using three different NPS questions. The association between PROMs and NPS was evaluated based on group comparisons of primary or revision THA and receiver operating characteristics analysis (ROC) to determine threshold values. RESULTS At 12 months the NPS of all three questions were invariably linked to treatment outcome in patients after primary THA and patients with a single revision. In these two treatment groups, promoters always showed significantly better PROM scores than detractors. The NPS score was always higher in the primary group in comparison to the single revision group, e.g. 66.4% would undergo the procedure again in the first group, while only 33.0% would opt for this in the latter group. The high thresholds for the PROMs at 12 months, that were calculated by ROC analysis to identify promoter/detractors, indicate that patients` satisfaction required very good joint function and pain relief. However, the NPS was not a suitable tool to identify patients who need further care in an early phase after surgery. CONCLUSIONS With NPS already a single question or a single parameter provides the desired information regarding patient satisfaction and also treatment success. TRIAL REGISTRATION The study was approved by the Ethics Committee at the Medical Faculty of the University Rostock: "Ethikkommission an der Medizinischen Fakultät der Universität Rostock", Address: St.-Georg Str. 108 18055 Rostock, Germany, reference number: A2015-0055.
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- Katrin Osmanski-Zenk
- Orthopaedische Klinik und Poliklinik, Medizinischen Fakultät, Universitaetsmedizin Rostock, Universität Rostock, Doberaner Strasse 142, D-18057, Rostock, Deutschland.
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- Orthopaedische Klinik und Poliklinik, Medizinischen Fakultät, Universitaetsmedizin Rostock, Universität Rostock, Doberaner Strasse 142, D-18057, Rostock, Deutschland
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- Orthopaedische Klinik und Poliklinik, Medizinischen Fakultät, Universitaetsmedizin Rostock, Universität Rostock, Doberaner Strasse 142, D-18057, Rostock, Deutschland
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- Orthopaedische Klinik und Poliklinik, Medizinischen Fakultät, Universitaetsmedizin Rostock, Universität Rostock, Doberaner Strasse 142, D-18057, Rostock, Deutschland
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MacKenzie A, Papadopolous E, Lisandrelli G, Abutalib Z, Eannucci EF. Patient satisfaction with telehealth vs in-person hand therapy: A retrospective review of results of an online satisfaction survey. J Hand Ther 2023; 36:974-981. [PMID: 37012122 PMCID: PMC10066728 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2022.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2021] [Revised: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a shift from in-person to telehealth visits in many outpatient rehabilitation facilities. PURPOSE To determine whether patients reported similar levels of satisfaction receivingtelehealth hand therapy as when receiving in-person hand therapy. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective review of patient satisfaction surveys. METHODS Satisfaction surveys were reviewed retrospectively among patients who participated in in-person hand therapy between April 21 and October 21, 2019, or after participating in telehealth hand therapy between April 21 and October 21, 2020. Information on gender, age, insurance provider, postoperative status and comments were also collected. Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to compare survey scores between groups. Chi -squared tests were used to compare categorical patient characteristics between groups. RESULTS A total of 288 surveys were included: 121 surveys for in-person evaluations, 53 surveys for in-person follow-up visits, 55 surveys for telehealth evaluations and 59 surveys for telehealth follow-up visits. No significant differences in satisfaction were observed between in-person and telehealth visits of either type or when patients were stratified by age (p = 0.78), gender (p = 0.41), insurance payer group (p = 0.099) or postoperative status (p = 0.19). CONCLUSIONS Similar rates of satisfaction were observed with both in-person visits and telehealth hand therapy visits. Questions that related to registration and scheduling tended to score lower across all groups, while questions related to technology scored lower in the telehealth groups. Future studies are needed to explore the efficacy and viability of a telehealth platform for hand therapy services.
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Carrozzi S, Schulz W, Beckwitt CH, Wera J, Wasil K, Fowler JR. Patients Prefer Ultrasound to Nerve Conduction Studies for the Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2023; 11:e5279. [PMID: 37744777 PMCID: PMC10513182 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000005279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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Background The net promoter score (NPS) allows analysis of patient satisfaction and preference between treatment and/or diagnostic testing. Electrodiagnostic testing (EDX) and ultrasound (US) are commonly used diagnostic tests for carpal tunnel syndrome. Although EDX is reliable for diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), it can be uncomfortable and inconvenient for patients. We aimed to determine whether patients preferred US or EDX studies for the diagnosis of CTS, using the NPS. Methods Seventy-five patients presenting to the clinic for evaluation of CTS complaints who had EDX were prospectively studied. US evaluation of the median nerve was then completed at time of evaluation. Patient satisfaction was determined by asking, "how likely are you to recommend this procedure to a friend or relative?" for both EDX and US. Patient demographics, comorbidities, CTS-6 questionnaire (CTS-6), and functionality assessed through patient-reported qDASH were also recorded. Results Sixty-five patients were included in the study. Most patients did not have any comorbidities and were nonsmokers. The gender composition was similar, and the average age of the enrolled patients was 58. The NPS for US was significantly higher than EDX (P < 0.0001). Patients with diabetes mellitus rated their EDX experience significantly lower than those without diabetes mellitus. Conclusions Patients are more likely to recommend US instead of EDX in the evaluation of CTS complaints. This allows for shared decision-making between the patient and provider if ordering diagnostic testing for CTS.
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- Sabrina Carrozzi
- From the School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa
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- From the School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pa
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Ekberg K, Timmer BH, Francis A, Hickson L. Improving the implementation of family-centred care in adult audiology appointments: a feasibility intervention study. Int J Audiol 2023; 62:900-912. [PMID: 35801354 DOI: 10.1080/14992027.2022.2095536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2021] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVE There is mounting evidence for implementing family-centred care (FCC) in adult audiology services, however FCC is not typically observed in adult clinical practice. This study implemented an intervention to increase family member attendance and involvement within adult audiology appointments. DESIGN The study involved a mixed method design over three key phases: Standard Care, Intervention I (increasing family member attendance), and Intervention II (increasing family member involvement). STUDY SAMPLE Staff from four private audiology clinics within one organisation participated in the intervention. Data was collected from different clients in each phase (n = 27 Standard Care, n = 30 Intervention I, and n = 23 Intervention II). RESULTS Family member attendance increased from 26% of appointments in Standard Care to 40% at Intervention I, and 48% at Intervention II. Family member involvement also showed improvement on some measures (video analysis) although talk time did not significantly increase. Significant improvements in client satisfaction with services were found (Net Promoter Score and Measure of Processes of Care). CONCLUSION The implementation of FCC in audiology clinics needs to be an ongoing, whole-of-clinic approach, including staff in all roles. Increasing family member attendance at adult audiology appointments can lead to benefits to client satisfaction with services.
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- Katie Ekberg
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
- Sonova Holding, Stafa, Switzerland
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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Joyce D, De Brún A, Symmons SM, Fox R, McAuliffe E. Remote patient monitoring for COVID-19 patients: comparisons and framework for reporting. BMC Health Serv Res 2023; 23:826. [PMID: 37537615 PMCID: PMC10401771 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-023-09526-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND COVID-19 has challenged health services throughout the world in terms of hospital capacity and put staff and vulnerable populations at risk of infection. In the face of these challenges, many health providers have implemented remote patient monitoring (RPM) of COVID-19 patients in their own homes. However systematic reviews of the literature on these implementations have revealed wide variations in how RPM is implemented; along with variations in particulars of RPM reported on, making comparison and evaluation difficult. A review of reported items is warranted to develop a framework of key items to enhance reporting consistency. The aims of this review of remote monitoring for COVID-19 patients are twofold: (1) to facilitate comparison between RPM implementations by tabulating information and values under common domains. (2) to develop a reporting framework to enhance reporting consistency. METHOD A review of the literature for RPM for COVID-19 patients was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. The Medline database was searched for articles published between 2020 to February 2023 and studies reporting on items with sufficient detail to compare one with another were included. Relevant data was extracted and synthesized by the lead author. Quality appraisal was not conducted as the the articles considered were evaluated as informational reports of clinical implementations rather than as studies designed to answer a research question. RESULTS From 305 studies retrieved, 23 studies were included in the review: fourteen from the US, two from the UK and one each from Africa, Ireland, China, the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Italy. Sixteen generally reported items were identified, shown with the percentage of studies reporting in brackets: Reporting Period (82%), Rationale (100%), Patients (100%), Medical Team (91%) Provider / Infrastructure (91%), Communications Platform (100%), Patient Equipment (100%), Training (48%), Markers (96%), Frequency of prompt / Input (96%),Thresholds (82%), Discharge (61%), Enrolled (96%), Alerts/Escalated (78%), Patient acceptance (43%), and Patient Adherence (52%). Whilst some studies reported on patient training and acceptance, just one reported on staff training and none on staff acceptance. CONCLUSIONS Variations in reported items were found. Pending the establishment of a robust set of reporting guidelines, we propose a reporting framework consisting of eighteen reporting items under the following four domains: Context, Technology, Process and Metrics.
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- David Joyce
- Interdisciplinary Research Education and Innovation in Health Systems (IRIS) Centre, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, D04 V1W8, Ireland
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- Interdisciplinary Research Education and Innovation in Health Systems (IRIS) Centre, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, D04 V1W8, Ireland
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- Interdisciplinary Research Education and Innovation in Health Systems (IRIS) Centre, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, D04 V1W8, Ireland
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- Interdisciplinary Research Education and Innovation in Health Systems (IRIS) Centre, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, D04 V1W8, Ireland
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- Interdisciplinary Research Education and Innovation in Health Systems (IRIS) Centre, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, D04 V1W8, Ireland.
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Jiang X, Chen J, Yuan X, Lin Y, Chen Y, Li S, Jiang Q, Yu H, Du Q, Peng J. Feasibility of an Individualized mHealth Nutrition (iNutrition) Intervention for Post-Discharged Gastric Cancer Patients Following Gastrectomy: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15081883. [PMID: 37111102 PMCID: PMC10144256 DOI: 10.3390/nu15081883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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(1) Background: A major challenge for post-discharged gastric cancer patients following gastrectomy is the impact of the anatomy change on decreased oral intake, nutritional status, and, ultimately, quality of life. The purpose of this study is to examine the feasibility and preliminary effects of an individualized mHealth nutrition (iNutrition) intervention in post-discharged gastric cancer patients following gastrectomy. (2) Methods: A mixed-method feasibility study with a parallel randomized controlled design was conducted. Patients were randomly assigned to either the iNutrition intervention group (n = 12) or the control group (n = 12). Participants completed measures at baseline (T0), four (T1), and twelve weeks (T2) post-randomization. (3) Results: Recruitment (33%) and retention (87.5%) rates along with high adherence and acceptability supported the feasibility of the iNutrition intervention for post-discharged gastric cancer patients following gastrectomy, echoed by the qualitative findings. The iNutrition intervention significantly improved participants' nutritional behavior (p = 0.005), energy intake (p = 0.038), compliance with energy requirements (p = 0.006), and compliance with protein requirements (p = 0.008). (4) Conclusions: The iNutrition intervention is feasible and potentially benefits post-discharged gastric cancer patients following gastrectomy. A larger trial is required to establish the efficacy of this approach. Trial Registration: 19 October 2022 Chinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR2200064807.
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- Xiaohan Jiang
- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center for Cancer Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Department of Gastric Surgery, State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Collaborative Innovation Center for Cancer Medicine, Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- School of Nursing, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
- Department of Gastric Surgery, Department of General Surgery, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Diseases, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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Bannon L, Picou EM, Bailey A, Manchaiah V. Consumer Survey on Hearing Aid Benefit and Satisfaction. JOURNAL OF SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING RESEARCH : JSLHR 2023; 66:1410-1427. [PMID: 36944181 DOI: 10.1044/2022_jslhr-22-00066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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PURPOSE There is unexplained variability in self-reported hearing aid outcomes. The aim of this study was to evaluate determinants of hearing aid benefit and satisfaction ratings using a large-scale customer survey and to analyze the relation between demographic variables, hearing aid attributes, benefit, and satisfaction. METHOD The study used a retrospective design wherein 2,109 hearing aid users, recruited by Hearing Tracker and Hearing Loss Association of America, completed an online survey. The survey included questions about demographics, perceived hearing loss, devices, service delivery, cost, benefit, and satisfaction. The analytic approach included descriptive summaries and regression models to evaluate potential determinants of hearing aid benefit and satisfaction ratings. RESULTS Hearing aid sound quality, fit and comfort, and battery life were related to both benefit and satisfaction. Respondents who rated these outcomes favorably were also likely to benefit from, and be satisfied with, their hearing aids. Benefit was also related to degree of hearing loss, hearing aid experience, and cost. Hearing aid users with greater self-perceived hearing loss, more hearing aid experience, and more expensive hearing aids reported more benefit. Satisfaction was also related to age, employment status, and brand. Younger respondents, those who were students, and those using certain brands reported more satisfaction. CONCLUSIONS The results highlight importance of good hearing aid outcomes (quality, fit/comfort, and battery life) for benefit and satisfaction ratings. Professionals who fit hearing aids should strive to focus on achieving these outcomes and researchers should strive to explain the remaining variability in ratings of benefit and satisfaction. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.22280854.
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- Larissa Bannon
- Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
- Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Colorado, Aurora
- UCHealth Hearing and Balance Clinic, University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora
- Virtual Hearing Lab, Collaborative Initiative between University of Colorado School of Medicine and University of Pretoria, Aurora
- Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, South Africa
- Department of Speech and Hearing, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India
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Descamps J, Le Hanneur M, Bouché PA, Boukebous B, Duranthon LD, Grimberg J. Do web-based follow-up surveys have a better response rate than traditional paper-based questionnaires following outpatient arthroscopic rotator cuff repair? A randomized controlled trial. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2023; 109:103479. [PMID: 36403889 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2022.103479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Revised: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 09/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Considering the extensive use of smartphones in current societies, web-based applications could be considered as a new option for patient follow-up in surgery. By means of such tool, automated and periodic questionnaires could improve the rigor, accuracy and the comprehensiveness of postoperative monitoring, as well as early detection of complications, especially in the current context of evolving ambulatory surgery. HYPOTHESIS The web-based surveys would improve the quality of immediate postoperative monitoring. MATERIAL AND METHODS For 7 months, we included all patients who underwent outpatient arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. After preoperative randomization, each patient was asked postoperatively to complete either paper-based forms or digital questionnaires via a website (Orthense.com®, Digikare Inc. Blagnac, France). Both media (i.e. paper and digital) followed the same postoperative agenda (i.e., D+3, D+14, D+28, D+45, D+90) and had the same content, including pain and discomfort assessments, functional scores (i.e. Shoulder subjective value, simple shoulder test and auto-constant scores). The main objective was to investigate the quality of postoperative follow-up after outpatient arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery, using either printed questionnaires or web-based surveys. The hypothesis was that using a web-based survey would result in greater response rates and increased patient satisfaction regarding follow-up. Primary outcomes were questionnaire response rates at D+45 and D+90, while secondary outcomes were overall response rates, patient recommendation for the monitoring medium and overall patient satisfaction regarding their follow-up using the net promoter score (NPS). RESULTS Among the 59 consecutive patients who were included, there were 27 females and 26 males with a mean age of 57±10.2 years; 27 patients completed the web-based survey (Group A) and 26 patients answered paper-based questionnaires (Group B). Regarding the D+45 questionnaire, response rates were 85.2% (n=23) in group A and 42.3% (n=11) in group B (p=.005); a similar significant difference was observed regarding the D+90 questionnaire, with response rates of 70.4% and 34.6%, respectively (p=.027). The mean NPS for the survey was 10 in Group A and 8.29 in Group B (p=.016). Overall, satisfaction regarding postoperative care did not differ between the two groups. DISCUSSION Compared to traditional paper-based forms, web-based surveys appear to increase patient adherence to short-term postoperative monitoring. If these findings were to be confirmed in long-term follow-up, such straightforward and cost-effective tool could be of great use in clinical care and research. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE I; Randomized controlled clinical trial.
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- Jules Descamps
- Orthopedics Department, Beaujon-Bichat Hospital, Paris University, APHP, 46, rue Henri Huchard, 75018 Paris, France.
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- Centre main épaule Méditerranée, Clinique Bouchard, Elsan, Marseille, France
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- Orthopedics Department, Beaujon-Bichat Hospital, Paris University, APHP, 46, rue Henri Huchard, 75018 Paris, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Clinique Jouvenet-Ramsay-Générale de Santé, Paris, France, Institute of Research in Orthopedics and Sports Surgery (IRCOS), Paris, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Clinique Jouvenet-Ramsay-Générale de Santé, Paris, France, Institute of Research in Orthopedics and Sports Surgery (IRCOS), Paris, France
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Bitencourt VN, Crestani F, Peuckert MZ, Andrades GRH, Krauzer JRM, Cintra CDC, Cunha MLDR, Eckert GU, Girardi L, Santos IS, Garcia PCR. Net Promoter Score (NPS) as a tool to assess parental satisfaction in pediatric intensive care units. J Pediatr (Rio J) 2023; 99:296-301. [PMID: 36720434 DOI: 10.1016/j.jped.2022.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2022] [Revised: 11/23/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To verify the performance of the Net Promoter Score (NPS) as a tool to assess parental satisfaction in pediatric intensive care units (PICUs). METHODS The authors conducted an observational cross-sectional multicenter study in the PICUs of 5 hospitals in Brazil. Eligible participants were all parents or legal guardians of PICU-admitted children, aged 18 years or over. The NPS was administered together with the EMpowerment of PArents in THe Intensive Care (EMPATHIC-30), used as the gold standard, and a sociodemographic questionnaire. For analysis, the results were dichotomized into values greater than or equal to the median of the tests. The associations between the 2 tools were evaluated and the distribution of their results was compared. RESULTS The parents or legal guardians of 78 PICU-admitted children were interviewed. Of the respondents, 85% were women and 62% were in a private hospital. The median NPS was 10 (IQR, 10-10), and the median EMPATHIC-30 score was 5.7 (IQR, 5.4-5.9). Compared with the gold standard, the NPS had a sensitivity of 100% at all cutoff points, except at cutoff 10, where the sensitivity was slightly lower (97.5%). As for specificity, NPS performance was poorer, with values ranging from 0% (NPS ≥ 5) to 47.4% (NPS = 10). CONCLUSIONS NPS proved to be a sensitive tool to assess parental satisfaction, but with poor ability to identify dissatisfied users in the sample.
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- Victoria Noremberg Bitencourt
- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pediatria e Saúde da Criança da Escola de Medicina, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
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- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pediatria e Saúde da Criança da Escola de Medicina, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pediatria e Saúde da Criança da Escola de Medicina, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pediatria e Saúde da Criança da Escola de Medicina, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Hospital Materno Infantil Presidente Vargas, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pediatria e Saúde da Criança da Escola de Medicina, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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- Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Programa de Pós-Graduação em Pediatria e Saúde da Criança da Escola de Medicina, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil; Hospital São Lucas da PUCRS, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil
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Wood KC, Bertram JJ, Kendig TD, Pergolotti M. Understanding Patient Experience with Outpatient Cancer Rehabilitation Care. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11030348. [PMID: 36766923 PMCID: PMC9914453 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11030348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Understanding patient experience is key to optimize access and quality of outpatient cancer rehabilitation (physical or occupational therapy, PT/OT) services. METHODS We performed a retrospective mixed-method analysis of rehabilitation medical record data to better understand patient experience and aspects of care that influenced experience. From the medical record, we extracted case characteristics, patient experience data (Net Promoter Survey®, NPS) and patient-reported outcome (PRO) data. We categorized cases as 'promoters' (i.e., highly likely to recommend rehabilitation) or 'detractors', then calculated NPS score (-100 [worst] to 100 [best]). We identified key themes from NPS free-text comments using inductive content analysis, then used Pearson [r] or Spearman [ρ] correlation to explore relationships between NPS, characteristics, and PRO improvement. RESULTS Patients (n = 383) were 60.51 ± 12.02 years old, predominantly women with breast cancer (69.2%), and attended 14.23 ± 12.37 visits. Most were 'promoters' (92%); NPS score was 91.4. Patients described two experiences (themes) that influenced their likelihood to recommend rehabilitation: (1) feeling comfortable with the process and (2) observable improvement in health/functioning, and described attributes of clinic staff, environment and clinical care that influenced themes. Likelihood to recommend rehabilitation was associated with achieving the minimal clinical important difference on a PRO (ρ = 0.21, p < 0.001) and cancer type (ρ = 0.10, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Patients who received specialized cancer PT/OT were highly likely to recommend rehabilitation. Feeling comfortable with the rehabilitation process and making observable improvements in health and/or functioning influenced likelihood to recommend. Rehabilitation providers should leverage the findings of this study optimize access to and quality of cancer rehab services.
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- Kelley C. Wood
- ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation, Select Medical, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, USA
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- Outpatient Division, Baylor Scott and White Institute for Rehabilitation, Dallas, TX 76132, USA
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- ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation, Select Medical, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, USA
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- ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation, Select Medical, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, USA
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA
- Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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Cook E, James S, Watts AC. A randomized controlled trial to compare clinical and cost-effectiveness of suture fixation versus tension band wiring for simple olecranon fracture fixation in adults: The Simple Olecranon Fracture Fixation Trial (SOFFT) protocol. Bone Jt Open 2023; 4:27-37. [PMID: 36641631 PMCID: PMC9887338 DOI: 10.1302/2633-1462.41.bjo-2022-0132.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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AIMS Olecranon fractures are usually caused by falling directly on to the olecranon or following a fall on to an outstretched arm. Displaced fractures of the olecranon with a stable ulnohumeral joint are commonly managed by open reduction and internal fixation. The current predominant method of management of simple displaced fractures with ulnohumeral stability (Mayo grade IIA) in the UK and internationally is a low-cost technique using tension band wiring. Suture or suture anchor techniques have been described with the aim of reducing the hardware related complications and reoperation. An all-suture technique has been developed to fix the fracture using strong synthetic sutures alone. The aim of this trial is to investigate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of tension suture repair versus traditional tension band wiring for the surgical fixation of Mayo grade IIA fractures of the olecranon. METHODS SOFFT is a multicentre, pragmatic, two-arm parallel-group, non-inferiority, randomized controlled trial. Participants will be assigned 1:1 to receive either tension suture fixation or tension band wiring. 280 adult participants will be recruited. The primary outcome will be the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score at four months post-randomization. Secondary outcome measures include DASH (at 12, 18, and 24 months), pain, Net Promotor Score (patient satisfaction), EuroQol five-dimension five-level score (EQ-5D-5L), radiological union, complications, elbow range of motion, and re-operations related to the injury or to remove metalwork. An economic evaluation will assess the cost-effectiveness of treatments. DISCUSSION There is currently no high-quality evidence comparing the clinical and cost effectiveness of the tension suture repair to the traditional tension band wiring currently offered for the internal fixation of displaced fractures of the olecranon. The Simple Olecranon Fracture Fixation Trial (SOFFT) is a randomized controlled trial with sufficient power and design rigour to provide this evidence for the subtype of Mayo grade IIA fractures.Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2023;4(1):27-37.
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- Elizabeth Cook
- York Trials Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of York, York, UK,Correspondence should be sent to Elizabeth Cook. E-mail:
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- York Trials Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of York, York, UK
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- Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Wigan, Lancashire, UK
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Francese R, Attanasio P. Emotion detection for supporting depression screening. MULTIMEDIA TOOLS AND APPLICATIONS 2022; 82:12771-12795. [PMID: 36570729 PMCID: PMC9761032 DOI: 10.1007/s11042-022-14290-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2021] [Revised: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Depression is the most prevalent mental disorder in the world. One of the most adopted tools for depression screening is the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) questionnaire. Patients may minimize or exaggerate their answers. Thus, to further examine the patient's mood while filling in the questionnaire, we propose a mobile application that captures the BDI-II patient's responses together with their images and speech. Deep learning techniques such as Convolutional Neural Networks analyze the patient's audio and image data. The application displays the correlation between the patient's emotional scores and DBI-II scores to the clinician at the end of the questionnaire, indicating the relationship between the patient's emotional state and the depression screening score. We conducted a preliminary evaluation involving clinicians and patients to assess (i) the acceptability of proposed application for use in clinics and (ii) the patient user experience. The participants were eight clinicians who tried the tool with 21 of their patients. The results seem to confirm the acceptability of the app in clinical practice.
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- Rita Francese
- Computer Science Department, Università degli Studi di Salerno, Via Giovanni Paolo II, 132, Fisciano, 84084 (SA) Italy
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Griffin KE, Jabbal M, Turtle EJ. Development and evaluation of a regional diabetes service App for patient education, self-management and clinic engagement. J R Coll Physicians Edinb 2022; 52:298-306. [PMID: 36484243 DOI: 10.1177/14782715221141348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND We created a free NHS App to deliver all patient information on type 1 diabetes to help promote self-management. This became an invaluable way of getting information to patients during the pandemic when all face-to-face clinics were suspended. The aim of this study is to investigate patient perceptions of the App. METHODS A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was designed by the diabetes team to obtain quantitative data. RESULTS The mean score of patient accessibility to diabetes information and services before using the App was 5.1, and after using the App was 8.8 (p < 0.001). Among the patients, 91% would recommend the App, 57.2% agree the App helps them schedule and attend their screening appointments and 73.7% agree the App has improved their self-management of type 1 diabetes. CONCLUSION Patients agree the App has improved accessibility to diabetes information and services and has helped with self-management of their condition. Patients are likely to recommend the App to friends and family who have diabetes.
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- Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, UK
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Hirayama T, Kojima R, Udagawa R, Yanai Y, Ogawa Y, Tanaka M, Kayano A, Mashiko Y, Ogata K, Ishiki H, Satomi E. A Hospital-Based Online Patients Support Program, Online Adolescent and Young Adult Hiroba, for Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Patients at a Designated Cancer Center in Japan. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2022; 11:588-595. [PMID: 35020485 PMCID: PMC9784579 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2021.0168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with cancer have few opportunities to interact with peers in their lives. To meet peers safely during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, a hospital-based online patients support program called Online AYA Hiroba was launched for AYA patients with cancer and held regularly by the National Cancer Center Hospital in Japan. This retrospective study suggested the degree of satisfaction with this program and issues about facilitating the sessions that are unique to the online environment. Our findings potentially contribute to the establishment of a hospital-based online patients support program for AYA patients with cancer at other hospitals.
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- Takatoshi Hirayama
- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan.,Address correspondence to: Takatoshi Hirayama, MD, Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, 5-1-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, and National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacy, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psychology and Welfare, Tokyo Metropolitan Children's Medical Center, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Psycho-Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, and National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, and National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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Picou EM. Hearing Aid Benefit and Satisfaction Results from the MarkeTrak 2022 Survey: Importance of Features and Hearing Care Professionals. Semin Hear 2022; 43:301-316. [PMCID: PMC9715311 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1758375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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The hearing aid market is rapidly evolving with advancements in features and potential changes in service delivery models, including the new over-the-counter device category. Data from the MarkeTrak 2022 survey indicate most hearing aid owners report regular quality-of-life benefits from hearing aids, even more than in previous surveys. The increased likelihood of hearing aid benefits might be attributable to modern hearing aid features advancements, such as wireless connectivity and rechargeable batteries. Hearing aid satisfaction rates have been relatively stable over the years, indicating that more than 80% of hearing aid owners are satisfied with their devices. Hearing aid satisfaction rates do not appreciably vary by fitting channel; hearing aid owners fitted in person, fitted remotely, or self-fit are similarly likely to report high satisfaction with their device. However, only respondents in the in-person channel gave establishment ratings (reflecting their willingness to recommend) that resulted and reflected a positive net promoter score. Given the potential for net promoter scores to be related to brand growth and customer loyalty, this finding has implications for the development of over-the-counter hearing aid service-delivery models. Additional work is warranted to explore the factors that negatively affect hearing aid owners' satisfaction with the companies delivering limited services.
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- Erin M. Picou
- Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee,Address for correspondence Erin M. Picou, Au.D., Ph.D. 1215 21st Avenue S, Room 8310, Nashville, TN 37232
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Efficacy of a Digital Personalized Elimination Diet for the Self-Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Comorbid Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Clin Transl Gastroenterol 2022; 14:e00545. [PMID: 36322404 PMCID: PMC9875997 DOI: 10.14309/ctg.0000000000000545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Most patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and dual-diagnosis IBS and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) report that symptoms originate from or are exacerbated by trigger foods. Despite patient interest and need, there is no consensus on what diet is optimal. Popular diets have notable limitations including cost, length, implementation complexity, and lack of personalization. METHODS This pilot study evaluated the feasibility, desirability, and effect on gastrointestinal symptoms of a digitally delivered personalized elimination diet for patients with IBS and comorbid IBS/IBD, powered by machine learning. Participants were recruited online and were provided access to a digital personalized nutrition tool for 9 weeks (N = 37; IBS only = 16, Crohn's disease and IBS = 9, and ulcerative colitis and IBS = 12). RESULTS Significant symptom improvement was seen for 81% of participants at study midpoint and persisted for 70% at end point, measured by the relevant symptom severity score (IBS symptom severity score, Patient Simple Clinical Colitis Activity Index, or Mobile Health Index for Crohn's disease). Clinically significant symptom improvement was observed in 78% of participants at midpoint and 62% at end point. Twenty-five participants (67.6%) achieved total symptomatic resolution by the end of study. Patient-reported quality of life improved for 89% of participants. Ninety-five percentage daily engagement, 95% retention, 89% adherence and 92% satisfaction with the program were reported. DISCUSSION Dietary elimination can improve symptoms and quality of life in patients with IBS and comorbid IBS/IBD. Digital technology can personalize dietary interventions and improve adherence. Randomized controlled trials are warranted.
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Emergency Medical Services Provider Acceptance of and Attitudes About Pediatric SimBox Simulations. Pediatr Emerg Care 2022; 38:e1655-e1659. [PMID: 35353772 DOI: 10.1097/pec.0000000000002678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE SimBox simulations allow for high-frequency open-access health care education, overcoming cost and resource barriers. Prehospital paramedics and emergency medical technician (EMT) care for children infrequently. In this study, prehospital providers evaluated pediatric SimBox simulations. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study of EMS professionals participating in a series of simulations conducted in a larger project assessing improvement of the quality of pediatric care in the prehospital setting. Participants were teams of two, which comprised a paramedic/paramedic, paramedic/EMT, or 2 EMTs. The simulations used facilitator resources, debriefing prompts, video depictions of patients and vital signs, and a low-fidelity manikin. Pediatric emergency care coordinators, EMS training officers, and/or emergency physicians facilitated simulations of seizure, sepsis with respiratory failure, and child abuse, followed by debriefings. Participants completed an online survey after the simulation and rated it in 4 domains: prebriefing, scenario content, debriefing, and overall. Ratings were trifold: "strongly agree," "somewhat agree," or "do not agree." Data were analyzed by case type, participant type, location, participant reaction to simulation elements, and the debriefing. Net Promoter Scores were calculated to assess participant endorsement of SimBox. RESULTS There were 121 participants: 103 (87%) were paramedics, and 18 (13%) were EMTs. Participant agreement of simulation benefit for clinical practice was high, for example, "I am more confident in my ability to prioritize care and interventions" (98.4% strongly or somewhat agree), and 99.2% of participants agreed the postsimulation debriefing with facilitators "provided opportunities to self-reflect on my performance during simulation." Overall, 97.5% strongly or somewhat agreed that the simulations "improved my comfort in pediatric acute care." Net Promoter Score showed 65.3% were promoters of and 24% were passive about SimBox. CONCLUSION SimBox simulations are associated with improved self-efficacy of prehospital care providers for care of acutely ill or injured children. The majority promotes SimBox as a learning tool.
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Pletcher MJ, Fontil V, Modrow MF, Carton T, Chamberlain AM, Todd J, O’Brien EC, Sheer A, Vittinghoff E, Park S, Orozco J, Lin F, Maeztu C, Wozniak G, Rakotz M, Shay CM, Cooper-DeHoff RM. Effectiveness of Standard vs Enhanced Self-measurement of Blood Pressure Paired With a Connected Smartphone Application: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Intern Med 2022; 182:1025-1034. [PMID: 35969408 PMCID: PMC9379824 DOI: 10.1001/jamainternmed.2022.3355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 06/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Importance Self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) with commercially available connected smartphone applications may help patients effectively use SMBP measurements. Objective To determine if enhanced SMBP paired with a connected smartphone application was superior to standard SMBP for blood pressure (BP) reduction or patient satisfaction. Design, Setting, and Participants This randomized clinical trial was conducted among 23 health systems participating in PCORnet, the National Patient-Centered Clinical Research Network, and included patients who reported having uncontrolled BP at their last clinic visit, a desire to lower their BP, and a smartphone. Enrollment and randomization occurred from August 3, 2019, to December 31, 2020, which was followed by 6 months of follow-up for each patient. Analysis commenced shortly thereafter. Interventions Eligible participants were randomly assigned to enhanced SMBP using a device that paired with a connected smartphone application (enhanced) or a standard device (standard). Participants received their device in the mail, along with web-based educational materials and phone-based support as needed. No clinician engagement was undertaken, and the study provided no special mechanisms for delivering measurements to clinicians for use in BP management. Main Outcomes and Measures Reduction in systolic BP, defined as the difference between clinic BP at baseline and the most recent clinic BP extracted from electronic health records at 6 months. Results Enrolled participants (1051 enhanced [50.0%] vs 1050 standard [50.0%]; 1191 women [56.7%]) were mostly middle-aged or older (mean [SD] age, 58 [13] years), nearly a third were Black or Hispanic (645 [31%]), and most were relatively comfortable using technology (mean [SD], 4.1 [1.1] of 5). The mean (SD) change in systolic BP from baseline to 6 months was -10.8 (18) mm Hg vs -10.6 (18) mm Hg (enhanced vs standard: adjusted difference, -0.19 mm Hg; 95% CI, -1.83 to 1.44; P = .81). Secondary outcomes were mostly null, except for documented attainment of BP control to lower than 140/<90 mm Hg, which occurred in 32% enhanced vs 29% standard groups (odds ratio, 1.15; 95% CI, 1.01-1.34). Most participants were very likely to recommend their SMBP device to a friend (70% vs 69%). Conclusions and Relevance This randomized clinical trial found that enhanced SMBP paired with a smartphone application is not superior to standard SMBP for BP reduction or patient satisfaction. Trial Registration ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03796689.
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- Mark J. Pletcher
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco
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- Departments of Quantitative Health Sciences and Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Duke Clinical Research Institute and Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Florida, College of Medicine, Gainesville
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
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- Department of Pharmacotherapy and Translational Research, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Gainesville
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Dany Mouarbes, Thomas P, Reina N, Cavaignac M, Berard E, Cavaignac E. How can augmented care experience (ACE) improve ACLR patient's participation to web questionnaires. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY OPEN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijso.2022.100560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Rajagopalan D, Thomas J, Ring D, Fatehi A. Quantitative Patient-Reported Experience Measures Derived From Natural Language Processing Have a Normal Distribution and No Ceiling Effect. Qual Manag Health Care 2022; 31:210-218. [PMID: 35383720 DOI: 10.1097/qmh.0000000000000355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Patient-reported experience measures have the potential to guide improvement in health care delivery. Many patient-reported experience measures are limited by the presence of strong ceiling effects that limit their analytical utility. METHODS We used natural language processing to develop 2 new methods of evaluating patient experience using text comments and associated ordinal and categorical ratings of willingness to recommend from 1390 patients receiving specialty or nonspecialty care at our offices. One method used multivariable analysis based on linguistic factors to derive a formula to estimate the ordinal likelihood to recommend. The other method used the meaning extraction method of thematic analysis to identify words associated with categorical ratings of likelihood to recommend with which we created an equation to compute an experience score. We measured normality of the 2 score distributions and ceiling effects. RESULTS Spearman rank-order correlation analysis identified 36 emotional and linguistic constructs associated with ordinal rating of likelihood to recommend, 9 of which were independently associated in multivariable analysis. The calculation derived from this model corresponded with the original ordinal rating with an accuracy within 0.06 units on a 0 to 10 scale. This score and the score developed from thematic analysis both had a relatively normal distribution and limited or no ceiling effect. CONCLUSIONS Quantitative ratings of patient experience developed using natural language processing of text comments can have relatively normal distributions and no ceiling effect.
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- Dayal Rajagopalan
- Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin
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Tye-Murray N, Spehar B, Mauze E, Cardinal C. Hearing Health Care Digital Therapeutics: Patient Satisfaction Evidence. Am J Audiol 2022; 31:905-913. [PMID: 36037482 PMCID: PMC9886161 DOI: 10.1044/2022_aja-21-00236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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PURPOSE A digital therapeutic is a software-based intervention for a disease and/or disorder and often includes a daily, interactive curriculum and exercises; online support from a professional versed in the treatment base; and an online support community, typically active as a social chat group. Recently, the Consumer Technology Association published revised standards for digital therapeutics (DTx) that stipulate that a DTx must be evidence based and founded in scientific evidence showing effectiveness and must be supported by evidence showing improved patient satisfaction and adherence to an intervention. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether a DTx could help older adults better adjust to their hearing loss and acclimate to new hearing aids. METHOD Thirty older adults with mild or moderate hearing loss who had never used hearing aids participated. All hearing aids were fitted remotely. Participants used a hearing health care DTx (Amptify) for 4 weeks, either immediately following receipt of the hearing aids or 4 weeks after the fitting. A control condition was watching closed caption television. Participants completed a satisfaction questionnaire that queried about their impressions of the DTx, which had items that included both a rating scale of 1-7 and open-ended questions. RESULTS Ninety-six percent of the participants reported positive benefits, and one-half reported that the DTx helped them to adjust to their new hearing aids. They assigned a score of 5.8 to one of the questionnaire items that is similar to a Net Promoter Score Benefits, which included an enhanced ability to engage in conversation and increased listening confidence. CONCLUSION This investigation provides scientific evidence to support the use of a hearing health care DTx, paving the way for audiologists to be able to more easily and efficiently incorporate follow-up aural rehabilitation into their routine clinical services and to be able to provide services remotely.
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- Nancy Tye-Murray
- Department of Otolaryngology, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO,Amptify, St. Louis, MO
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO,Amptify, St. Louis, MO
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO
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Piraux A, Faure S. Évaluation de la satisfaction des Français à l’égard de la vaccination Covid-19 en officine. ACTUALITES PHARMACEUTIQUES 2022; 61:41-46. [PMID: 36117877 PMCID: PMC9465936 DOI: 10.1016/j.actpha.2022.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Adams C, Walpola R, Schembri AM, Harrison R. The ultimate question? Evaluating the use of Net Promoter Score in healthcare: A systematic review. Health Expect 2022; 25:2328-2339. [PMID: 35985676 PMCID: PMC9615049 DOI: 10.1111/hex.13577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2021] [Revised: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background Patient experience is a complex phenomenon that presents challenges for appropriate and effective measurement. With the lack of a standardized measurement approach, efforts have been made to simplify the evaluation and reporting of patient experience by using single‐item measures, such as the Net Promoter Score (NPS). Although NPS is widely used in many countries, there has been little research to validate its effectiveness and value in the healthcare setting. The aim of this study was to systematically evaluate the evidence that is available about the application of NPS in healthcare settings. Methods Studies were identified using words and synonyms that relate to NPS, which was applied to five electronic databases: Medline, CINAHL, Proquest, Business Journal Premium, and Scopus. Titles and abstracts between January 2005 and September 2020 were screened for relevance, with the inclusion of quantitative and qualitative studies in the healthcare setting that evaluated the use of NPS to measure patient experience. Results Twelve studies met the inclusion criteria. Four studies identified benefits associated with using NPS, such as ease of use, high completion rates and being well‐understood by a range of patients. Three studies questioned the usefulness of the NPS recommendation question in healthcare settings, particularly when respondents are unable to select their service provider. The free‐text comments section, which provides additional detail and contextual cues, was viewed positively by patients and staff in 4 of 12 studies. According to these studies, NPS can be influenced by a wide range of variables, such as age, condition/disease, intervention and cultural variation; therefore, caution should be taken when using NPS for comparisons. Four studies concluded that NPS adds minimal value to healthcare improvement. Conclusion The literature suggests that many of the proposed benefits of using NPS are not supported by research. NPS may not be sufficient as a stand‐alone metric and may be better used in conjunction with a larger survey. NPS may be more suited for use in certain healthcare settings, for example, where patients have a choice of provider. Staff attitudes towards the use of NPS for patient surveying are mixed. More research is needed to validate the use of NPS as a primary metric of patient experience. Patient or Public Contribution Consumer representatives were provided with the research findings and their feedback was sought about the study. Consumers commented that they found the results to be useful and felt that this study highlighted important considerations when NPS data is used to evaluate patient experience.
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- Corey Adams
- St Vincent's Health Network Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Population Health, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- St Vincent's Health Network Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,School of Population Health, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, Australian Institute of Health Innovation, Macquarie University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Young SW, Zeng N, Tay ML, Fulker D, Esposito C, Carter M, Bayan A, Farrington B, Van Rooyen R, Walker M. A prospective randomised controlled trial of mechanical axis with soft tissue release balancing vs functional alignment with bony resection balancing in total knee replacement-a study using Stryker Mako robotic arm-assisted technology. Trials 2022; 23:580. [PMID: 35858944 PMCID: PMC9296895 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-022-06494-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background Improving the functional outcome following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) by using different alignment techniques remains controversial. The surgical techniques and technologies used so far to obtain these alignments have all suffered from inaccuracies. The use of robotic technology to plan and execute the bony resection provides increased accuracy for these various alignment techniques and may determine which will deliver superior function. Functional alignment (FA) is a newer surgical technique that aims to position the prosthesis with respect to each patients’ specific bony anatomy whilst minimising disruption to the soft tissue envelope. This trial aims to compare the patient and surgical outcomes of FA to the current gold standard surgical technique, mechanical alignment (MA), under randomised and blinded conditions. Methods Patients with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis will be prospectively recruited. Following informed consent, 240 patients will be randomised to either a MA surgical technique (the control group) or a FA surgical technique (the intervention group) at a ratio of 4:1 using a random number generator. All patients will undergo computer tomography (CT) based robotic arm-assisted surgery to execute planned implant positioning and alignment with high levels of accuracy. The primary outcome is the forgotten joint score (FJS) at 2 years post-operation. Secondary outcome measures include patient reported outcome measures of post-operative rehabilitation, pain, function and satisfaction, as well as limb alignment, implant revisions and adverse events. Intention-to-treat and per-protocol population analysis will also be conducted. Standardisation of the surgical system and care pathways will minimise variation and assist in both patient and physiotherapist blinding. Ethical approval was obtained from the Northern B Health and Disability Ethics Committee (20/NTB/10). Discussion Currently, MA remains the gold standard in knee replacement due to proven outcomes and excellent long-term survivorship. There are many alternative alignment techniques in the literature, all with the goal of improving patient outcomes. This study is unique in that it leverages an advanced analytics tool to assist the surgeon in achieving balance. Both alignment techniques will be executed with high precision using the CT-based robotic arm-assisted surgery system which will minimise surgical variation. This trial design will help determine if FA delivers superior outcomes for patients. Trial registration Australia and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR), ACTRN12620000009910. Registered on 9 January 2020. ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04600583. Registered on 29 September 2020.
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- Simon W Young
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand.,Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand.,Department of Surgery, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Stryker Australia Pty Ltd, St Leonards, NSW, Australia.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand
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Patient experience and healthcare utilization for a COVID-19 telemedicine home monitoring program offered in English and Spanish. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0270754. [PMID: 35771749 PMCID: PMC9246185 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0270754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Background Telemedicine is a vital component of the healthcare system’s response to COVID-19. In March of 2020, Providence health system rapidly implemented a telemedicine home monitoring program (HMP) for COVID-19 patients that included use of at-home pulse oximeters and thermometers and text-based surveys to monitor symptoms. By June 2020, Providence updated the HMP to be offered in Spanish. This program was implemented before COVID-19 testing was readily available and therefore was offered to all patients suspected of having COVID-19. This study examines engagement, experience, and utilization patterns for English and Spanish-speaking patients engaged in the COVID-19 HMP. Methods A retrospective review of program data was used to understand HMP patient engagement (responsiveness to three daily text to monitor symptoms), satisfaction with the program (likelihood to recommend the program) as well as comfort using home monitoring devices and comfort recovering from home. To understand impact on care for COVID-19 confirmed cases, we used electronic health records to measure patterns in healthcare use for COVID-19 positive HMP participants and non-HMP propensity weighted controls. All patients enrolled in the COVID-19 HMP from March–October 2020 were included in the study. Patients tested for COVID-19 during the time window and not enrolled in HMP were included in the propensity-weighted comparison group. Descriptive and regression analyses were performed overall and stratified by English and Spanish speakers. Results Of the 4,358 HMP participants, 75.5% identified as English speakers and 18.2% identified as Spanish speakers. There was high level of responsiveness to three daily text-based surveys monitoring symptoms engagement (>80%) and a high level of comfort using the home monitoring devices (thermometers and pulse oximeters) for English- and Spanish-speaking participants (97.3% and 99.6%, respectively). The majority of English (95.7%) and Spanish-speaking (100%) patients felt safe monitoring their condition from home and had high satisfaction with the HMP (76.5% and 83.6%, respectively). English and Spanish-speaking COVID-19 positive HMP participants had more outpatient and emergency departments (ED) encounters than non-participants 7 and 30 days after their positive test. Conclusion This widely implemented HMP provided participants with a sense of safety and satisfaction and its use was associated with more outpatient care and ED encounters. These outcomes were comparable across English and Spanish-speakers, highlighting the importance and potential impact of language-concordant telemedicine.
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Stirling PHC, Simpson CJ, Ring D, Duckworth AD, McEachan JE. Virtual management of clinically suspected scaphoid fractures. Bone Joint J 2022; 104-B:709-714. [PMID: 35638214 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.104b6.bjj-2021-1464.r2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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AIMS The aim of this study was to describe the introduction of a virtual pathway for the management of patients with a suspected fracture of the scaphoid, and to report patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and satisfaction following treatment using this service. METHODS All adult patients who presented with a clinically suspected scaphoid fracture that was not visible on radiographs at the time of presentation during a one-year period were eligible for inclusion in the pathway. Demographic details, findings on examination, and routine four-view radiographs at the time of presentation were collected. All radiographs were reviewed virtually by a single consultant hand surgeon, with patient-initiated follow-up on request. PROMs were assessed at a minimum of one year after presentation and included the abbreviated version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Score (QuickDASH), the EuroQol five-dimension five-level health questionnaire (EQ-5D-5L), the Net Promoter Score (NPS), and return to work. RESULTS A total of 221 patients were referred to the virtual pathway. Their mean age was 41 years (range 16 to 87) and there were 99 male patients (45%). A total of 189 patients (86%) were discharged with advice and 19 (9%) were recalled for clinical review: seven with an undisplaced scaphoid fracture, six with another fracture of the hand or wrist, two with a scapholunate ligament injury, and four in whom no abnormality was detected. A total of 13 patients (6%) initiated follow-up with the hand service: no fracture or ligament injury was identified in this group. PROMs were available for 179 patients (81%) at a mean follow-up of 19 months (range 13 to 33). The median QuickDASH score was 2.3 (interquartile range (IQR) 0 to 15.9), the median EQ-5D-5L was 0.85 (IQR 0.73 to 1.00), the NPS was 76, and 173 patients (97%) were satisfied with their treatment. There were no documented cases of symptomatic nonunion one year following injury. CONCLUSION We describe the introduction of a virtual pathway for the management of patients with a suspected scaphoid fracture. We found high levels of patient satisfaction, excellent PROMs, and no detrimental effects in the vast majority of cases. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2022;104-B(6):709-714.
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- Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin, Texas, USA
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Arslan T, Çandereli ZÖ, Kitapçi OC, Kitapçi NŞ, Kiliç Aksu P, Köksal L, Özdamar EÖ, Yay M, Ecevit Alpar Ş, Mumcu G. Do Patient Experiences Have Mediating Roles on Patient Loyalty? J Patient Exp 2022; 9:23743735221103027. [PMID: 35651482 PMCID: PMC9149619 DOI: 10.1177/23743735221103027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The study aimed to evaluate the mediating roles of patient experiences on patient
loyalty. The data were collected through an electronic questionnaire regarding
feedback from 5732 patients received outpatient clinics. Patient loyalty was
evaluated using the Net Promoter Score (NPS11) that patients were
asked whether they would like to recommend the hospital to their relatives or
friends. Patient experiences with physicians, nurses, and waiting times were
also asked in the questionnaire. After preliminary analysis, mediation analyses
were performed to evaluate direct and indirect causal effects among variables
for NPS11. While patient experiences are used as possible mediators,
Branch Groups in the first and Admission Time in the second model are
independent variables. In the analyses, Surgical Medical
Science (p = 0.019) and Day Shift
(p = 0.000) have a direct mediating effect on
NPS11. Nursing care experiences were found to be
a mediator variable for NPS11 in both models
(p = 0.000 for both). Patient loyalty was associated with
Surgical Medical Science and Day Shift primarily whereas
Nursing care experience had a mediating role.
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- Tuncay Arslan
- Institute of Health Sciences, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Faculty of Health Sciences, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Faculty of Health Sciences, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Faculty of Health Sciences, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Faculty of Health Sciences, Altınbaş University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Faculty of Health Sciences, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Statistics, Faculty of Science and Literature, Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Statistics, Faculty of Science and Literature, Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Science, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Health Management, Faculty of Health Sciences, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Londral A, Azevedo S, Dias P, Ramos C, Santos J, Martins F, Silva R, Semedo H, Vital C, Gualdino A, Falcão J, Lapão LV, Coelho P, Fragata JG. Developing and validating high-value patient digital follow-up services: a pilot study in cardiac surgery. BMC Health Serv Res 2022; 22:680. [PMID: 35597936 PMCID: PMC9123610 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-022-08073-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background The existing digital healthcare solutions demand a service development approach that assesses needs, experience, and outcomes, to develop high-value digital healthcare services. The objective of this study was to develop a digital transformation of the patients’ follow-up service after cardiac surgery, based on a remote patient monitoring service that would respond to the real context challenges. Methods The study followed the Design Science Research methodology framework and incorporated concepts from the Lean startup method to start designing a minimal viable product (MVP) from the available resources. The service was implemented in a pilot study with 29 patients in 4 iterative develop-test-learn cycles, with the engagement of developers, researchers, clinical teams, and patients. Results Patients reported outcomes daily for 30 days after surgery through Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices and a mobile app. The service’s evaluation considered experience, feasibility, and effectiveness. It generated high satisfaction and high adherence among users, fewer readmissions, with an average of 7 ± 4.5 clinical actions per patient, primarily due to abnormal systolic blood pressure or wound-related issues. Conclusions We propose a 6-step methodology to design and validate a high-value digital health care service based on collaborative learning, real-time development, iterative testing, and value assessment.
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- A Londral
- Value for Health CoLAB, Lisbon, Portugal. .,Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.
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- Value for Health CoLAB, Lisbon, Portugal.,Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.,CEG-IST, Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Value for Health CoLAB, Lisbon, Portugal.,Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Value for Health CoLAB, Lisbon, Portugal.,Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.,Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Value for Health CoLAB, Lisbon, Portugal.,NOVA-LINCS, NOVA School of Science and Technology, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Value for Health CoLAB, Lisbon, Portugal.,NOVA CLUNL - Center of Linguistics, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.,UNIDEMI, NOVA School of Science and Technology, Nova University of Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.,Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Comprehensive Health Research Center, Nova Medical School, Nova University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.,Hospital de Santa Marta, Centro Hospitalar Universitário Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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Spinnewijn L, Bolte AC, Braat DDM, Scheele F, Aarts JWM. Structurally collecting patient feedback on trainee skills: A pilot study in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:1276-1282. [PMID: 34483004 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.08.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2020] [Revised: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This pilot study tested a tool that collects patient feedback on trainees' skills in shared decision-making (SDM) and general consultation. It also examined trainees' views on SDM and patient feedback, exploring potential skills improvement through reflexive practice. METHODS Patients were asked to rate trainees after consultation in a six-itemed questionnaire. The questionnaire included 'CollaboRATE' (a validated tool to test SDM), the 'Net Promoter Score' and two open-ended questions. Questionnaire results were described quantitatively and tested for differences. Results were presented to trainees at three intervals. Trainees were interviewed afterwards. Interview transcripts were thematically analysed. RESULTS Eleven trainees in Obstetrics and Gynaecology participated. Out of 1651 sent questionnaires 399 were returned (response rate 24%). Questionnaire results showed no differences when comparing trainees or group scores over time. Interview results were thematically analysed using the reflexivity framework. Trainees were able to reflect on their SDM skills. They valued receiving patient feedback, yet were able to formulate few learning points from it. CONCLUSION Although skills improvement was not evident, patient feedback still has potential benefits. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Patient feedback should be combined with facilitated reflections at timely intervals to reinforce behaviour change. Supervisors play an important role in facilitating reflections with trainees.
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- Laura Spinnewijn
- Radboud University Medical Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nijmegen, The Netherlands; VU University, Athena Institute for Trans-Disciplinary Research, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- VU University, Athena Institute for Trans-Disciplinary Research, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Amsterdam University Medical Centers, School of Medical Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Radboud University Medical Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Nijmegen, The Netherlands; Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Pereira J, Meadows L, Kljujic D, Strudsholm T, Parsons H, Riordan B, Faulkner J, Fisher K. Learner Experiences Matter in Interprofessional Palliative Care Education: A Mixed Methods Study. J Pain Symptom Manage 2022; 63:698-710. [PMID: 34998952 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2021.12.034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2021] [Revised: 12/09/2021] [Accepted: 12/31/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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CONTEXT Interprofessional collaboration is needed in palliative care and many other areas in health care. Pallium Canada's two-day interprofessional Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative care Core courses aim to equip primary care providers from different professions with core palliative care skills. OBJECTIVES Explore the learning experience of learners from different professions who participated in Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative care Core courses from April 2015 to March 2017. METHODS This mixed methods study was designed as a secondary analysis of existing data. Learners had completed a standardized course evaluation survey online immediately post-course. The survey explored the learning experience across several domains and consisted of seven closed ended (Likert Scales; 1 = "Total Disagree", 5 = "Totally Agree") and three open-ended questions. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Kruskal-Wallis non-parametric test tests, and qualitative data underwent thematic analysis. RESULTS During the study period, 244 courses were delivered; 3045 of 4636 participants responded (response rate 66%); physicians (662), nurses (1973), pharmacists (74), social workers (80), and other professions (256). Overall, a large majority of learners (96%) selected "Totally Agree" or "Agree" for the statement "the course was relevant to my practice". A significant difference was noted across profession groups; X2 (4) = 138; p < 0.001. Post-hoc analysis found the differences to exist between physicians and pharmacists (X2 = -4.75; p < 0.001), and physicians and social workers (X2 = -6.63; p < 0.001). No significant differences were found between physicians and nurses (X2 = 1.31; p = 1.00), and pharmacists and social workers (X2 = -1.25; p = 1.00). Similar results were noted for five of the other statements. CONCLUSION Learners from across profession groups reported this interprofessional course highly across several learning experience parameters, including relevancy for their respective professions. Ongoing curriculum design is needed to fully accommodate the specific learning needs of some of the professions.
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- José Pereira
- Pallium (J.P., B.R., J.F.), Ontario, Canada; Division of Palliative Care, Department of Family Medicine (J.P.), McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada; Institute for Culture and Society (ICS) (J.P.), University of Navara, Pamplona, Spain.
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- Department of Community Health Sciences (L.M.), Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- Database Manager and Analyst (D.K.), Independent Consultant, Brampton, Canada
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- School of Health Sciences (T.S.), University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George, Canada
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- Division of Palliative Care (H.P.), Department of Medicine, University of Ottawa; The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute Clinical Epidemiology Program; Bruyere Research Institute, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences (K.F.), McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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Chung EH, Petishnok LC, Conyers JM, Schimer DA, Vitek WS, Harris AL, Brown MA, Jolin JA, Karmon A, Styer AK. Virtual Compared With In-Clinic Transvaginal Ultrasonography for Ovarian Reserve Assessment. Obstet Gynecol 2022; 139:561-570. [PMID: 35271530 PMCID: PMC8936158 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000004698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate noninferiority of virtual transvaginal ultrasonography compared with in-clinic ultrasonography for ovarian reserve assessment. METHODS We conducted a single-site, head-to-head crossover trial. Participants performed self-administered virtual transvaginal ultrasonography at home, guided by a remote-certified ultrasound technologist, then underwent transvaginal ultrasonography in-clinic with another ultrasound technologist. Participants were women in the greater Boston area interested in evaluating ovarian reserve and recruited through social media, health care referrals, and professional networks. The uterus and ovaries were captured in sagittal and transverse views. These randomized recordings were reviewed by two or three independent, blinded reproductive endocrinologists. The primary outcome was noninferiority of the rate of clinical quality imaging produced at home compared with in clinic. Sample size was selected for greater than 90% power, given the 18% noninferiority margin. Secondary outcomes included antral follicle count equivalency and net promoter score superiority. RESULTS Fifty-six women were enrolled from December 2020 to May 2021. Participants varied in age (19-35 years), BMI (19.5-33.9), and occupation. Ninety-six percent of virtual and 98% of in-clinic images met "clinical quality." The difference of -2.4% (97.5% CI lower bound -5.5%) was within the noninferiority margin (18%). Antral follicle counts were equivalent across settings, with a difference in follicles (0.23, 95% CI -0.36 to 0.82) within the equivalence margin (2.65). Virtual examinations had superior net promoter scores (58.1 points, 97.5% CI of difference 37.3-79.0, P<.01), indicating greater satisfaction with the virtual experience. CONCLUSION Virtual transvaginal ultrasonography remotely guided by an ultrasonography technologist is noninferior to in-clinic transvaginal ultrasonography for producing clinical quality images and is equivalent for estimating antral follicle count. Virtual transvaginal ultrasonography had superior patient satisfaction and has potential to significantly expand patient access to fertility care. FUNDING SOURCE This study was sponsored by Turtle Health. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04687189.
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- Esther H. Chung
- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina; Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York; Wright State University, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio; Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois; Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Hawaii Pacific Health, Honolulu, Hawaii; and CCRM Fertility, Boston, Massachusetts
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Assessment of Satisfaction with Pharmacist-Administered COVID-19 Vaccinations in France: PharmaCoVax. Vaccines (Basel) 2022; 10:vaccines10030440. [PMID: 35335072 PMCID: PMC8950393 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines10030440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2022] [Revised: 03/10/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background: COVID-19 vaccines are among the most effective measures to reduce serious illness and death from infection with the highly contagious SARS-CoV-2 virus. To improve vaccine accessibility, pharmacists in France have been authorized to administer COVID-19 vaccinations since March 2021. This study aims to assess satisfaction among French people receiving their COVID-19 vaccination from a community pharmacist. Methodology: The PharmaCoVax study was conducted in French community pharmacies from 16 March to 30 June 2021. Interested pharmacists completed an online participation form, giving them access to the self-administered questionnaire. People receiving a pharmacist-administered COVID-19 vaccination completed this questionnaire in the pharmacy. Results: Among the 442 pharmacists involved, 123 actively participated in the study. Overall, 5733 completed questionnaires were analyzed. A proportion of 59% (n = 3388) of those who received a pharmacist-administered COVID-19 vaccination had previously received their influenza vaccination, most often in the same pharmacy (n = 1744). Only 24% (n = 1370) of people visiting a pharmacy had tried to obtain their COVID-19 vaccination elsewhere. Satisfaction was excellent with a rating of 4.92 out of 5.00, and the net promoter score was 93. Conclusions: The pharmacist-administered COVID-19 vaccination service was overwhelmingly appreciated by users. The trust placed in pharmacists may explain the desire to have them perform additional vaccinations.
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Kudel I, Perry T. Exploring Noona Using Passively-Collected Data and Satisfaction/Loyalty Ratings. JMIR Cancer 2022; 8:e29292. [PMID: 35175206 PMCID: PMC9107057 DOI: 10.2196/29292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2021] [Revised: 02/03/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Electronic patient-reported outcomes’ real time communication of treatment-related symptoms is increasingly associated with better outcomes including longer survival and less health care resource use, but the primary method of collecting this information, static questionnaires, has not evolved. Objective The aim of this paper is to describe the use of Noona’s three methods of communicating treatment-related symptoms, which are as follows: (1) Noona symptom questionnaires (NSQ), which incorporate branching logic; (2) a diary; and (3) secure messaging, the last two of which have NSQ reporting functionality. It also aims to explore, using multivariable analyses, whether patients find value using these features. Methods Noona users (N=1081) who have an active account for more than 30 days, who responded to the satisfaction/loyalty item, and who were undergoing active cancer treatment (systemic or radiotherapy) in the United States were included in this study. All study data were collected via software embedded within Noona code. This includes metadata, patient activities (measured in clicks), and responses to a satisfaction/loyalty question (“How likely are you to recommend Noona to another patient”) displayed on the Noona home page. Results Noona users expressed a high degree of satisfaction/loyalty when asked to rate how likely they would recommend Noona to another patient. Multivariable analyses indicate small but significant effects for some of the analyses. Use of NSQs were significantly related to satisfaction/loyalty, users of NSQs had significantly higher satisfaction/loyalty than those who did not use any, and secure communication use was significantly higher for those who rated the app highly compared to those who did not. These relationships will likely be further explicated with the use of satisfaction/loyalty questions that focus specifically on feature use. Conclusions Noona is well liked by respondents, and exploratory multivariable analyses demonstrate the potential for using passively and minimally invasive data to demonstrate value.
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Gelbman BD, Reed CR. An Integrated, Multimodal, Digital Health Solution for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Prospective Observational Pilot Study. JMIR Form Res 2022; 6:e34758. [PMID: 35142291 PMCID: PMC8972120 DOI: 10.2196/34758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 02/09/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects millions of Americans and has a high economic impact partially due to frequent emergency room visits and hospitalizations. Advances in digital health have made it possible to collect data remotely from multiple devices to assist in managing chronic diseases such as COPD. Objective In this pilot study, we evaluated the ability of patients with COPD to use the Wellinks mHealth platform to collect information from multiple modalities important to the management of COPD. We also assessed patient satisfaction and engagement with the platform. Methods A single-site, observational, prospective pilot study (N=19) was conducted using the Wellinks platform in adults with COPD. All patients were aged over 30 years at screening, owned an iPhone, and were currently undergoing a treatment regimen that included nebulized therapy. Enrolled patients received a study kit consisting of the Flyp nebulizer, Smart One spirometer, the Nonin pulse oximeter, plus the Wellinks mHealth app, and training for all devices. For 8 weeks, participants were to enter daily symptoms and medication use manually; spirometry, nebulizer, and pulse oximeter data were automatically recorded. Data were sent to the attending physician in a monthly report. Patient satisfaction was measured via a 5-point scale and the Net Promoter Score (NPS) captured in interviews at the end of the observation period. Results Average age of the patients was 79.6 (range 65-95) years. Participants (10 female; 9 male) had an average FEV1% (forced expiratory volume in 1 second as % of predicted for the patient) of 56.2% of predicted (range 23%-113%) and FEV1/forced vital capacity of 65%. COPD severity, as assessed by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) classification, was mild in 2 patients, moderate in 6, and severe/very severe in 11; 9 patients were on home oxygen. During this 8-week study, average use of the spirometer was 2.5 times/week, and the pulse oximeter 4.2 times/week. Medication use was manually documented 9.0 times/week, nebulizer use 1.9 times/week, and symptoms recorded 1.2 times/week on average. The correlation coefficients of home to office measurements for peak flow and FEV1 were high (r=0.94 and 0.96, respectively). Patients found the app valuable (13/16, 81%) and easy to use (15/16, 94%). The NPS was 59. Conclusions This study demonstrates that our cohort of patients with COPD engaged with the Wellinks mHealth platform avidly and consistently over the 8-week period, and that patient satisfaction was high, as indicated by the satisfaction survey and the NPS of 59. In this small, selected sample, patients were both willing to use the technology and capable of doing so successfully regardless of disease severity, age, or gender. The Wellinks mHealth platform was considered useful and valuable by patients, and can assist clinicians in improved, timely decision making for better COPD management.
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- Brian D Gelbman
- New York Presbyterian Hospital - Weill Cornell Medical Center, 635 Madison Avenue, Suite 1101, New York, US
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- Wellinks (Convexity Scientific, Inc.), New Haven, US
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Hu X, Fang H, Wang P. Factors affecting doctor’s recommendation for mobile health services. Digit Health 2022; 8:20552076221125976. [PMID: 36118255 PMCID: PMC9478718 DOI: 10.1177/20552076221125976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Objective As a new medical service mode, the value of mobile health (mHealth) services
has received increasing attention and recognition. However, compared with
the owners of mobile devices, the user scale of mHealth services is still
small. It is well known that doctors’ recommendations have an important
impact on what kind of medical service patients choose. To explore the key
factors affecting doctors’ recommendation of mHealth services to patients,
and to provide countermeasures for mHealth service providers and hospital
managers, so as to promote doctors to recommend mHealth services to more
patients. Methods Through literature review, expert consultation and pre-test, a questionnaire
including 22 questions was designed, and 114 valid questionnaires were
collected by online research. Net Promoter Score (NPS) was used to evaluate
doctors’ recommendation willingness, and multivariate logistics analysis was
used to evaluate the key factors affecting doctors’ recommendation
willingness. Results The NPS of doctors was 6.06%, among which the recommenders, neutrals and
critics accounted for 29.56%, 46.96% and 23.48%, respectively. The attitude
towards mHealth services and whether they pay attention to and/or are
willing to try new technologies are the key factors affecting the doctors’
recommendation, and the usefulness for patients most often emphasized by
mHealth service providers to doctors does not affect doctors’ recommendation
willingness. In addition, whether mHealth services can help doctors
establish personal brands may be a potential factor to enhance doctors’
recommendation willingness. Conclusion In order to improve the recommendation willingness of doctors, mHealth
service providers and hospital managers should focus on doctors who have a
positive attitude towards mHealth services and are highly innovative (which
often means younger and lower professional levels). At the same time, they
should think about how to use mHealth services to help doctors establish
personal brands in the future.
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- Xiaojing Hu
- Medical Affairs Department, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Medical Affairs Department, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Medical Affairs Department, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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Proposal for a Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Syndrome Center of Excellence. INTERDISCIPLINARY NEUROSURGERY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inat.2022.101506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Engler K, Vicente S, Ma Y, Hijal T, Cox J, Ahmed S, Klein M, Achiche S, Pant Pai N, de Pokomandy A, Lacombe K, Lebouché B. Implementation of an electronic patient-reported measure of barriers to antiretroviral therapy adherence with the Opal patient portal: Protocol for a mixed method type 3 hybrid pilot study at a large Montreal HIV clinic. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0261006. [PMID: 34969046 PMCID: PMC8717992 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0261006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) remains problematic. Regular monitoring of its barriers is clinically recommended, however, patient-provider communication around adherence is often inadequate. Our team thus decided to develop a new electronically administered patient-reported outcome measure (PROM) of barriers to ART adherence (the I-Score) to systematically capture this data for physician consideration in routine HIV care. To prepare for a controlled definitive trial to test the I-Score intervention, a pilot study was designed. Its primary objectives are to evaluate patient and physician perceptions of the I-Score intervention and its implementation strategy. METHODS This one-arm, 6-month study will adopt a mixed method type 3 implementation-effectiveness hybrid design and be conducted at the Chronic Viral Illness Service of the McGill University Health Centre (Montreal, Canada). Four HIV physicians and 32 of their HIV patients with known or suspected adherence problems will participate. The intervention will involve having patients complete the I-Score through a smartphone application (Opal), before meeting with their physician. Both patients and physicians will have access to the I-Score results, for consideration during the clinic visits at Times 1, 2 (3 months), and 3 (6 months). The implementation strategy will focus on stakeholder involvement, education, and training; promoting the intervention's adaptability; and hiring an Application Manager to facilitate implementation. Implementation, patient, and service outcomes will be collected (Times 1-2-3). The primary outcome is the intervention's acceptability to patients and physicians. Qualitative data obtained, in part, through physician focus groups (Times 2-3) and patient interviews (Times 2-3) will help evaluate the implementation strategy and inform any methodological adaptations. DISCUSSION This study will help plan a definitive trial to test the efficacy of the I-Score intervention. It will generate needed data on electronic PROM interventions in routine HIV care that will help improve understanding of conditions for their successful implementation. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT04702412; https://clinicaltrials.gov/.
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- Kim Engler
- Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Cedars Cancer Center, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Division of Infectious Disease, Department of Medicine, Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- School of Physical & Occupational Therapy, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Division of Infectious Disease, Department of Medicine, Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, École Polytechnique de Montréal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Division of Infectious Disease, Department of Medicine, Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Family Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Sorbonne Université, Inserm IPLESP, Hôpital St Antoine, Assistance Publique -Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Center for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Division of Infectious Disease, Department of Medicine, Chronic Viral Illness Service, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Family Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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As the progress of critical care medicine has improved the survival rate of critically ill patients, comorbidities and long-term health care have attracted people's attention. The terms "post-intensive care syndrome" (PICS) and "PICS-family" (PICS-F) have been used in non-neurocritical care populations, which are characterized by the cognitive, psychiatric, and physical sequelae associated with intensive care hospitalization of survivors and their families. An intensive care unit (ICU) diary authored by the patient's family members may alleviate the psychological distress of the patient and his or her family. This quality improvement project focused on the development and implementation of the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) diary in the pediatric critical care setting. The project aims to evaluate the feasibility and the potential efficacy of the PICU diary, measured through parental acceptance and satisfaction. Seventeen families of critically ill children admitted to the PICU received the PICU diary during the implementation period. Twenty-four parents completed the weekly follow-up, and 15 subsequently completed the diary entry evaluation. The use of the diary in the PICU setting is feasible and considered beneficial by families of critically ill children.
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Lee S, Wendland TM, Rao S, Magee C. Orthotic Device Use in Canine Patients: Owner Perception of Quality of Life for Owners and Patients. Front Vet Sci 2021; 8:709364. [PMID: 34805329 PMCID: PMC8600258 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2021.709364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2021] [Accepted: 10/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Orthotic devices are an established treatment for neuromusculoskeletal disease in the human population. Orthoses are an emerging veterinary therapy due to limited practitioner experience, availability of devices, and published data from veterinary patient outcomes. Expanding client education and veterinary expertise in the application of orthoses may allow greater access and successful utilization of these devices to treat appendicular disease. While orthoses have the potential to improve quality of life for veterinary patients, consideration needs to be made for owner related factors with device use. Owner satisfaction and experience may greatly impact compliance with treatment recommendations; therefore, it is crucial that owner expectations are met. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate owner-reported outcomes of orthosis for canine patients and their owner's subjective responses about the shared pet/owner experience utilizing a promoter score. It was hypothesized that owner's impressions of their pet's experience with the orthotic device would influence owner perceptions of quality of life for both the owner and the pet, and these factors would impact the likelihood of the owner to recommend a veterinary orthosis to a friend. An anonymous online survey was sent to 136 clients of a single veterinary orthoses manufacturer. Fifty-six surveys were completed and included for analysis. The owner's reported quality of life was in agreement (P = 0.02) with reported pet quality of life. There was also a higher likelihood (P = 0.02) for the owner to recommend a veterinary orthotic device to a friend when owner perceptions of pet quality of life were positive as compared to negative or neutral. Willingness to recommend an experience to a friend is a reflection of satisfaction with the experience. The dependence of owner and pet quality of life should therefore guide therapeutic decisions for patient management and client communication to ensure that the orthosis experience is positive for both patient and owner.
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- Sera Lee
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, United States
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, United States
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, United States
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Rodrigues DLG, Belber GS, Borysow IDC, Maeyama MA, de Pinho APNM. Description of e-Health Initiatives to Reduce Chronic Non-Communicable Disease Burden on Brazilian Health System. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph181910218. [PMID: 34639518 PMCID: PMC8508239 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph181910218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Revised: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 09/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Chronic non-communicable diseases (NCD) account for 72% of the causes of death in Brazil. In 2013, 54 million Brazilians reported having at least one NCD. The implementation of e-Health in the Unified Health System (SUS) could fill gaps in access to health in primary health care (PHC). Objective: to demonstrate telehealth strategies carried out within the scope of the Institutional Development Support Program of the Unified Health System (PROADI-SUS) and developed by Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz, between 2018 and 2021, on evaluation, supply, and problem-solving capacity for patients with NCDs. Methodology: a prospective and descriptive study of three projects in the telehealth areas, using document analysis. The Brasil Redes project used availability, implementation, and cost-effectiveness analysis, TELEconsulta Diabetes is a randomized clinical trial, and Regula Mais Brasil is focused on the waiting list for regulation of specialties. All those strategies were developed within the scope of the SUS. Results: 161 patients were attended by endocrinology teleconsultation in one project and another two research projects, one evaluating Brazil’s Telehealth Network Program, and another evaluating effectiveness and safety of teleconsultation in patients with diabetes mellitus referred from primary care to specialized care in SUS. Despite the discrepancy in the provision of telehealth services in the country, there was an increase in access to specialized care on the three projects and especially on the Regula Mais Brasil Collaborative project; we observed a reduction on waiting time and favored distance education processes. Conclusion: the three projects offered subsidies for decision-making by the Ministry of Health in e-Health and two developed technologies that could be incorporated into SUS.
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- Daniela Laranja Gomes Rodrigues
- Social Responsibility Department, Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz, São Paulo 01323-020, Brazil; (G.S.B.); (I.d.C.B.); (A.P.N.M.d.P.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +55-11-985421342
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- Social Responsibility Department, Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz, São Paulo 01323-020, Brazil; (G.S.B.); (I.d.C.B.); (A.P.N.M.d.P.)
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- Social Responsibility Department, Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz, São Paulo 01323-020, Brazil; (G.S.B.); (I.d.C.B.); (A.P.N.M.d.P.)
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- Social Responsibility Department, Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz, São Paulo 01323-020, Brazil; (G.S.B.); (I.d.C.B.); (A.P.N.M.d.P.)
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