| Autor: |
Caradoc Morris, David Waterman, Lesley Anne Henson |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
2024 |
| Předmět: |
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| Zdroj: |
BMC Palliative Care, Vol 23, Iss 1, Pp 1-11 (2024) |
| Druh dokumentu: |
article |
| ISSN: |
1472-684X |
| DOI: |
10.1186/s12904-024-01578-1 |
| Popis: |
Abstract Background The Covid-19 pandemic led to a rapid increase in the use of virtual consultations across healthcare. Post-pandemic, this use is expected to continue alongside the resumption of traditional face-to-face clinics. At present, research exploring when to use different consultation formats for palliative care patients is limited. Aim To understand the benefits and limitations of a blended approach to outpatient palliative care services, to provide recommendations for future care. Methods A mixed-methods study. Component 1: an online survey of UK palliative care physicians. Component 2: a qualitative interview study exploring patients’ and caregivers’ experiences of different consultation formats. Findings from both components were integrated, and recommendations for clinical practice identified. Results We received 48 survey responses and conducted 8 qualitative interviews. Survey respondents reported that face-to-face consultations were appropriate/necessary for physical examinations (n = 48) and first consultations (n = 39). Video consultations were considered appropriate for monitoring stable symptoms (n = 37), and at the patient’s request (n = 42). Patients and caregivers felt face-to-face consultations aided communication. A blended approach increased flexibility and reduced travel burden. Conclusions A blended outpatient palliative care service was viewed positively by physicians, patients and caregivers. We identified 13 clinical practice recommendations for the use of different consultation formats. |
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