How children make sense of their permanent exclusion: a thematic analysis from semi-structured interviews

Effective communication skills are important in the health care setting in order to develop rapport and trust with patients, provide reassurance, assess patients effectively and provide education in a way that patients easily understand (Candlin and Candlin, 2003). However with many nurses from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds being recruited to fill the workforce shortfall in Australia, communication across cultures with the potential for miscommunication and ensuing risks to patient safety has gained increasing focus in recent years (Shakya and Horsefall, 2000; Chiang and Crickmore, 2009). This paper reports on the first phase of a study that examines intercultural nurse patient communication from the perspective of four Registered Nurses from CALD backgrounds working in Australia. Five interrelating themes that were derived from thematic analysis of semi-structured interviews are discussed. The central theme of ‘adjustment’ was identified as fundamental to the experiences of the RNs and this theme interrelated with each of the other themes that emerged: professional experiences with communication, ways of showing respect, displaying empathy, and vulnerability.

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Acceptance of the HPV Vaccine in a Multiethnic Sample of Latinx Mothers

Qualitative Health Research ◽

10.1177/1049732320980697 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 31 (3) ◽

pp. 472-483

Author(s):

Ana Cristina Lindsay ◽

Madelyne J. Valdez ◽

Denisse Delgado ◽

Emily Restrepo ◽

Yessica M. Guzmán ◽

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Keyword(s):

Health Care Providers ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Hpv Vaccine ◽

Female Adolescents ◽

Future Research ◽

Care Providers ◽

Foreign Born ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Direct Benefits ◽

Multiethnic Sample

This descriptive qualitative study explored Latinx mothers’ acceptance of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for their adolescent children. Data were collected through individual, semi-structured interviews and analyzed using a hybrid method of thematic analysis that incorporated deductive and inductive approaches. Twenty-two ( n = 22), mostly foreign-born, Latinx mothers of male and female adolescents participated in the study. Three main themes and nine subthemes emerged from the analyses. Findings identified the need for increased efforts to raise awareness and knowledge among Latinx mothers of the direct benefits of the HPV vaccine for sons, including stressing prevention of HPV-associated cancers in males. Findings also underscore the need for improved health care providers’ communication and recommendation of the HPV vaccine for Latinx adolescent males. Future research should intervene upon the study’s findings to address barriers that remain and affect Latinx mothers’ acceptance and uptake of the HPV vaccine for their children, in particular their sons.

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Staying Home, Staying Alive: Campus Food Pantry Student Clients’ Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Journal of Applied Social Science ◽

10.1177/19367244211035671 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 193672442110356

Author(s):

Elmira Jangjou

Keyword(s):

Coping Strategies ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Future Research ◽

Postsecondary Students ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Short Term ◽

Income Loss ◽

Food Pantry ◽

Global Pandemic ◽

Seeking Help

In response to students’ food insecurity, a number of colleges and universities have taken action and established campus food pantries as part of their intervention plans. However, many of these pantries ceased operation due to COVID-19 campus shutdowns. The purpose of this study is to illustrate the short-term impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on postsecondary students, who use a university-provided food pantry. Drawing from semi-structured interviews with 12 participants, the thematic analysis explored the initial coping strategies these students used to endure the pandemic. Findings revealed that many students experienced the immediate effects of the pandemic in the form of income loss, self-isolation, anxiety, and appetite change. Although the pandemic interrupted these students’ journeys to continue their studies and become independent in various ways, the affected students implemented various coping strategies, including seeking help from family or friends, using available resources, cooking at home, and even trying to save money. However, considering that the targeted population in this study was already at risk because of their basic needs insecurity, these postsecondary students require extra attention from their higher education institutions in the case of emergencies, such as a global pandemic. In addition to its timely and relevant findings, this study provides important avenues for future research and intervention efforts.

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Experiences of New Zealand Haemodialysis Patients in Relation to Food and Nutrition Management: A Qualitative Study

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu13072299 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (7) ◽

pp. 2299

Author(s):

Rachael M. McLean ◽

Zhengxiu Xie ◽

Vicky Nelson ◽

Vili Nosa ◽

Hla Thein ◽

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Keyword(s):

New Zealand ◽

Qualitative Study ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Extended Family ◽

Culturally Appropriate ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Nutrition Management ◽

Healthcare Needs ◽

Food And Nutrition ◽

Major Disruption

People receiving haemodialysis have considerable and complex dietary and healthcare needs, including co-morbidities. A recent New Zealand study has shown that few patients on haemodialysis are able to meet nutritional requirements for haemodialysis. This study aims to describe the perspectives and experiences of dietary management among patients on haemodialysis in New Zealand. This exploratory qualitative study used in-depth semi-structured interviews. Purposive sampling was used to recruit participants from different ethnic groups. Forty interviews were conducted, audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. An inductive approach was taken using thematic analysis. Forty participants were interviewed. Participants spoke of major disruption to their lives as a result of their chronic kidney disease and being on haemodialysis, including loss of employment, financial challenges, loss of independence, social isolation and increased reliance on extended family. Most had received adequate dietary information, although some felt that more culturally appropriate support would have enabled a healthier diet. These findings show that further support to make the recommended dietary changes while on haemodialysis should focus on socio-cultural factors, in addition to the information already provided.

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Healthcare and Terrorism: The Lebanese Experience

Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness ◽

10.1017/dmp.2021.26 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-4

Author(s):

Nooreddine Iskandar ◽

Tatiana Rahbany ◽

Ali Shokor

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Qualitative Study ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Terrorist Attacks ◽

Analysis Method ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Security Issues ◽

The Face ◽

The Common ◽

First Time

Abstract Background: Due to the common instability caused by political and security issues, Lebanese hospitals have experienced acts of terrorism multiple times. The most recent Beirut Explosion even forced several hospitals to cease operations for the first time in decades—but studies show the preparedness levels for such attacks in similar countries are low. Objective: The aim of this study is to explore the experience of Lebanese hospitals with terrorist attacks. Methods: This qualitative study used semi-structured interviews with various stakeholders to assess their experience with terrorist bombings. Data was analyzed using the thematic analysis method. Results: The researchers found that Lebanese hospitals vary greatly in their structures and procedures. Those differences are a function of 3 contextual factors: location, culture, and accreditation status. Hospitals found near ‘dangerous zones’ were more likely to be aware and to have better response to such events. A severe lack of communication, unity of command, and collaboration between stakeholders has made the process fragmented. Conclusion: The researchers recommend a larger role for the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) in this process, and the creation of a platform where Lebanese organizations can share their experiences to improve preparedness and resilience of the Lebanese healthcare system in the face of terrorism.

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Integrating sport and exercise medicine clinics into the National Health Service: a qualitative study

BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine ◽

10.1136/bmjsem-2020-000888 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 6 (1) ◽

pp. e000888

Author(s):

Dane Vishnubala ◽

Katherine Rose Marino ◽

Margaret Kathryn Pratten ◽

Andy Pringle ◽

Steffan Arthur Griffin ◽

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Keyword(s):

National Health Service ◽

Health Service ◽

National Health ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Heavy Exercise ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Ultrasound Education ◽

Exercise Medicine ◽

Sport And Exercise ◽

Inductive Thematic Analysis

ObjectivesTo explore the services National Health Service (NHS)-based sport and exercise medicine (SEM) clinics can offer, and the barriers to creating and integrating SEM services into the NHS.MethodsSemi-structured interviews were undertaken to collect data from identified ‘stakeholders’. Stakeholders were identified as individuals who had experience and knowledge of the speciality of SEM and the NHS. An inductive thematic analysis approach was taken to analyse the data.ResultsN=15 stakeholder interviews. The management of musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries (both acute and chronic) and concussion were highlighted as the two key services that SEM clinics can offer that would most benefit the NHS. MSK ultrasound was also mentioned by all stakeholders as a critical service that SEM clinics should provide. While exercise medicine is an integral part of SEM, SEM clinics should perhaps not have a heavy exercise medicine focus. The key barriers to setting up SEM clinics were stated to be convincing NHS management, conflict with other specialities and a lack of awareness of the speciality.ConclusionThe management of acute MSK injuries and concussion should be the cornerstone of SEM services, ideally with the ability to provide MSK ultrasound. Education of others on the speciality of SEM, confirming consistent ‘unique selling points’ of SEM clinics and promoting how SEM can add value to the NHS is vital. If the successful integration of SEM into the NHS is not widely achieved, we risk the NHS not receiving all the benefits that SEM can provide to the healthcare system.

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‘I was really, really shocked’: A sociological exploration of the transition experiences of English Youth Academy male footballers from school to work

International Review for the Sociology of Sport ◽

10.1177/10126902211005441 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 101269022110054

Author(s):

Nicola Hague ◽

Graeme Law

Keyword(s):

Young Children ◽

Children And Adolescents ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

School To Work ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Professional Career ◽

Professional Experiences ◽

Transitional Experiences ◽

The World ◽

Different Types

The world of football arguably brings together and unites people in support of their teams and countries, while inspiring young children and adolescents to dream of a professional career. Existing research in the field has sought to begin to understand what professional footballers experience on their journey through the game. However, much of this UK-based research has focused on first team players and their professional experiences, including transitions from youth team to first team and to retirement. This study, therefore, aimed to examine players during their youth academy scholarship at one English Championship club. This study focused on the transitional experiences of youth players from school to the academy and their resulting embodying of a footballer’s identity. Twelve semi-structured interviews with players aged 17–19, were conducted and then analysed by thematic analysis using figurational sociology concepts. Three different types of transition were identified. Among other reasons, early specialisation in football was a prevalent factor that partly influenced the way the players experienced their transition. The transition into the academy coincided with the transition from youth to adulthood that was arguably anything but linear as players managed the dominant sub-cultures present in the club.

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Asking the Hard Questions: Psychologists’ Discomfort With Inquiring About Sexual Abuse Histories

Violence Against Women ◽

10.1177/10778012211014558 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 107780122110145

Author(s):

Belinda Nixon ◽

Elly Quinlan

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Sexual Abuse ◽

Mental Health Professionals ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Health Professionals ◽

Early Career ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Early Career Psychologists ◽

University Training

The literature on sexual abuse indicates low rates of inquiry by mental health professionals. This study explores early career psychologists’ experiences of inquiry into their clients’ sexual abuse histories. Twelve Australian psychologists participated in semi-structured interviews with transcripts analyzed using thematic analysis. The vast majority of participants reported that they did not routinely inquire about sexual abuse with barriers including not knowing what to do, discomfort, stigma, and fear of negative outcomes. Participants asserted that their university training in sexual abuse inquiry was inadequate. Findings emphasize the need for the development of an evidence-based framework for sexual abuse training.

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Telehealth sounds a bit challenging, but it has potential: participant and physiotherapist experiences of gym-based exercise intervention for Achilles tendinopathy monitored via telehealth

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽

10.1186/s12891-020-03907-w ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (1) ◽

Author(s):

F. Hasani ◽

P. Malliaras ◽

T. Haines ◽

S. E. Munteanu ◽

J. White ◽

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Keyword(s):

Focus Group ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Exercise Intervention ◽

Achilles Tendinopathy ◽

Interpretive Description ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Potential Participant ◽

Delivery Of Care ◽

Exercise Interventions ◽

Inductive Thematic Analysis

Abstract Background Although telehealth is becoming more popular for delivery of care for individuals with musculoskeletal pain, to our knowledge telehealth has not been used to manage Achilles tendinopathy. This research aimed to explore the experience of participants and physiotherapists with gym-based exercise interventions for Achilles tendinopathy monitored via videoconference. Methods A qualitative, interpretive description design was performed using semi-structured interviews (8 participants) and a focus group (7 physiotherapists). Participants and physiotherapists were interviewed about their experiences of the use of telehealth during a gym-based exercise intervention incorporating different calf load parameters for Achilles tendinopathy. We employed an inductive thematic analysis approach to analyse the data. Results Three themes identified from both participants and physiotherapists included i) acceptability of telehealth; ii) enablers to adherence with telehealth; and iii) barriers to adherence with telehealth. Two extra themes arose from participants regarding adherence with gym-based exercise, including enablers to adherence with the exercise intervention, and barriers to adherence with the exercise intervention. Both participants and physiotherapists expressed overall satisfaction and acceptability of telehealth monitoring of gym-based exercise. Conclusion Gym-based exercise intervention for Achilles tendinopathy involving weekly telehealth monitoring was acceptable to both participants and physiotherapists. Potential enablers and barriers were identified that may improve adherence to this type of intervention.

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Mental health nurses’ perceptions of attachment style as a construct in a medium secure hospital: a thematic analysis

The Journal of Mental Health Training Education and Practice ◽

10.1108/jmhtep-01-2015-0002 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 10 (4) ◽

pp. 218-233 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Nikki Boniwell ◽

Leanne Etheridge ◽

Ruth Bagshaw ◽

Joanne Sullivan ◽

Andrew Watt

Keyword(s):

Attachment Theory ◽

Attachment Style ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Service User ◽

Attachment Styles ◽

Personality Development ◽

Educational Interventions ◽

Service Users ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Content Type

Purpose – Attachment Theory can be regarded as central to the concept of relational security. There is a paucity of research examining the coherence of this construct for ward-based staff. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach – Five female nurses from the acute admission and assessment ward of a UK medium secure unit acted as participants. Semi-structured interviews were conducted, and inductive thematic analysis was applied. Findings – Six themes; “staff-service user relationships”, “staff diversities”, “service user backgrounds”, “variability in service users’ presentations”, “service users with personality disorder are problematic” and “nurses do not use attachment” emerged from the data. The nurses used heuristic models of attachment-related behaviour and they lacked knowledge of constructs associated with Attachment Theory. Research limitations/implications – Acute admissions may not be representative of all treatment contexts. Traditional models of attachment style may have only limited relevance in forensic services. Practical implications – Limited knowledge and confidence in the nurses regarding how Attachment Theory might apply to service users is interesting because it may limit the extent to which care, treatment and risk management might be informed by an understanding of service user representations of therapeutic relationships. Training and educational interventions for nurses that enhance understanding of personality development and attachment styles are warranted. Originality/value – The importance of nurses for achieving relational security is emphasised and the adequacy of their training is questioned.

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