scholarly journals Women at risk of coronary heart disease experience barriers to diagnosis and treatment: A qualitative interview study

2006 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jan C. Frich ◽  
Kirsti Malterud ◽  
Per Fugelli
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Coronary Heart Disease ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Disease Experience

scholarly journals Capability, Opportunity and Motivation of pregnant women to enact social distancing behaviour in the Covid-19 pandemic in the UK: A qualitative interview study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Anderson ◽  
Amberly Brigden ◽  
Anna Davies ◽  
Emily Shepherd ◽  
Jenny Ingram
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Framework Analysis ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Mental Health Effects

Abstract Background Covid-19 triggered the rapid roll-out of mass social distancing behavioural measures for infection control. Pregnant women were categorised as ‘at risk’ requiring extra vigilance with behavioural guidelines. Their understanding and ability to adhere to recommendations was unknown.Objectives To complete a behavioural analysis of the determinants of recommended social distancing behaviour in pregnant women, according to the ‘capability, opportunity, motivation and behaviour’ (‘COM-B’) model to inform the development of recommendations/materials to support pregnant women in understanding and adhering to behavioural guidelines.Design Qualitative interview study with pregnant women in the Bristol area (UK).Methods Semi-structured telephone/videoconference interviews were conducted following a topic guide informed by the COM-B model, transcribed verbatim and subjected to framework analysis. Infographic materials were iteratively produced with stakeholder consultation, to support pregnant women’s behaviour.Results Thirty-one women participated (selected for demographic range). Women reported adhering to social distancing recommendations and intended to continue. COM-B analysis identified gaps in understanding around risk, vulnerability, and the extent of required social distancing, as well as facilitators of social distancing behaviour (e.g. social support, motivation to stay safe, home environment/resources). Additional themes around detrimental mental health effects and changes to maternity healthcare from the social distancing measures were identified. Infographic resources (plus midwife report) addressing women’s key concerns were produced and disseminated.Conclusions The COM-B model provided useful details of determinants of pregnant women’s adherence to social distancing behaviours. The confusion of what being ‘at risk’ meant and varying interpretation of what was expected indicates a need for greater clarity around categories and guidance. The loss of maternity care and negative mental health effects of social distancing suggests a growing area of unmet health needs to be addressed in future.

scholarly journals Pregnant women’s experiences of social distancing behavioural guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic ‘lockdown’ in the UK, a qualitative interview study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Anderson ◽  
Amberly Brigden ◽  
Anna Davies ◽  
Emily Shepherd ◽  
Jenny Ingram
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Framework Analysis ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Mental Health Effects

Abstract Background Covid-19 triggered the rapid roll-out of mass social distancing behavioural measures for infection control. Pregnant women were categorised as ‘at risk’ requiring extra vigilance with behavioural guidelines. Their understanding and ability to adhere to recommendations was unknown. Objectives To complete a behavioural analysis of the determinants of recommended social distancing behaviour in pregnant women, according to the ‘capability, opportunity, motivation and behaviour’ (‘COM-B’) model to inform the development of recommendations/materials to support pregnant women in understanding and adhering to behavioural guidelines. Design Qualitative interview study with pregnant women in the Bristol area (UK). Methods Semi-structured telephone/videoconference interviews were conducted following a topic guide informed by the COM-B model, transcribed verbatim and subjected to framework analysis. Infographic materials were iteratively produced with stakeholder consultation, to support pregnant women. Results Thirty-one women participated (selected for demographic range). Women reported adhering to social distancing recommendations and intended to continue. COM-B analysis identified gaps in understanding around risk, vulnerability, and the extent of required social distancing, as well as facilitators of social distancing behaviour (e.g. social support, motivation to stay safe, home environment/resources). Additional themes around detrimental mental health effects and changes to maternity healthcare from the social distancing measures were identified. Infographic resources (plus midwife report) addressing women’s key concerns were produced and disseminated. Conclusions The COM-B model provided useful details of determinants of pregnant women’s adherence to social distancing behaviours. The confusion of what being ‘at risk’ meant and varying interpretation of what was expected indicates a need for greater clarity around categories and guidance. The loss of maternity care and negative mental health effects of social distancing suggest a growing area of unmet health needs to be addressed in future.

scholarly journals GPs’ attitudes towards the diagnosis and treatment of male urinary tract infections: a qualitative interview study in Ireland

BJGP Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (4) ◽  
pp. bjgpopen19X101667 ◽  
Author(s):  
Róisín Fallon ◽  
Karen Farrell ◽  
Genevieve Leon ◽  
Aparna Rajan ◽  
Sinead Duane ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Treatment Guidelines ◽  
Treatment Plan ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Antimicrobial Treatment ◽  
Interview Study ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Qualitative Interview Study ◽  
Tract Infections

BackgroundIn general practice, males represent around 20% of the total number of urinary tract infection (UTI) consultations. The majority of UTI research focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of women with UTIs but there is little evidence on how male UTIs are treated.AimTo better understand GPs’ attitudes towards the diagnosis and treatment of male UTIs. This research aimed to support future investigations to determine best practice in diagnosis and treatment of male UTI.Design and settingA qualitative interview study was carried out with 15 GPs across Ireland.MethodA topic guide was created to ensure consistency in interviews. The interviews were audiorecorded and transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis.ResultsFifteen interviews with GPs were completed. Analysis indicated that GPs’ knowledge of guidelines and implementation of them varied widely when deciding a treatment plan for a male presenting with UTI symptoms. There was clear consensus that male UTIs were uncommon and complicated to diagnose. Three GPs reported never treating a male UTI, while others reported treating <5 patients in their careers. There was an assumption that sexually transmitted infections (STI) take precedence in young males when presenting with similar symptoms. The use of antimicrobial treatment guidelines varied widely, in line with the interpretation of the origin and severity of symptoms.ConclusionMale UTIs are perceived by GPs as rare and complicated. GPs expressed that patient age, resources, and guidelines available limited their confidence in diagnosing and treating male UTIs.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document