Exploring the structure and characteristics of the Anglo-American paramedic system in developed countries: a scoping review

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy Makrides ◽  
Linda Ross ◽  
Cameron Gosling ◽  
Joseph Acker ◽  
Peter O'Meara
Keyword(s):  
Data Extraction ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Literature Search Strategy ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Anglo American ◽  
Abstract Screening ◽  
Full Text Screening

PurposeThis study aims to map and examine the existing evidence to provide an overview of what is known about the structure and characteristics of the Anglo-American paramedic system in developed countries.Design/methodology/approachThe review includes results examining the structure and characteristics of the Anglo-American paramedic system in English-speaking developed countries. Databases, including Embase, MEDLINE, Web of Science, EBSCOhost, CINAHL, Google Scholar and Epistemonikos, were searched from the inception of the databases. A grey literature search strategy was conducted to identify non-indexed relevant literature along with forward and backward searching of citations and references of included studies. Two reviewers undertook title and abstract screening, followed by full-text screening. Finally, data extraction was performed using a customised instrument. Included studies were summarised using narrative synthesis structured around broad themes exploring the structure and characteristics of the Anglo-American paramedic system.Findings The synthesis of information shows that varying models (or subsystems) exist within the Anglo-American paramedic system. The use of metaphorical models based on philosophical underpinnings are used to describe two novel subsystems within the Anglo-American paramedic system. These are the professionally autonomous and directive paramedic systems, with the directive model being further categorised into the rescue and hospital-managed submodels.Originality/valueThis study is the first of its kind to explore the modern subcategorisation of the Anglo-American paramedic system using a realist lens as the basis for its approach.

scholarly journals The structure and characteristics of Anglo-American paramedic systems in developed countries: A scoping review protocol

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy Makrides ◽  
Linda Ross ◽  
Cameron Gosling ◽  
Peter O'Meara
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Management Leadership ◽  
Literature Search Strategy ◽  
Review Protocol ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Anglo American

IntroductionParamedicine has undergone significant change in the past two decades. While the Anglo-American paramedic system continues to grow there appears to be a dearth of published literature regarding modern categorisation of this evolving paramedic system. The objective of this scoping review is to examine and map the existing evidence to provide an overview of the characteristics and structural similarities and differences of Anglo-American paramedic systems in English-speaking developed countries.MethodsDatabases, including Embase, MEDLINE, Web of Science, EBSCOhost, CINAHL, Google Scholar and Epistemonikos, will be searched from inception. A grey literature search strategy has also been developed to identify non-indexed relevant literature. Citations and references of included studies will also be searched. Two reviewers will undertake title and abstract screening, followed by full text screening. Data extraction will be conducted using a customised instrument. Inclusion criteria: results examining management, leadership or governance in paramedicine related to the Anglo-American paramedic model in English-speaking developed countries will be included in the review. Included studies will be summarised using narrative synthesis structured around themes of management, leadership and governance in paramedicine.

scholarly journals Internationalisation at home for tourism training programmes: case studies from Vietnam

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-35
Author(s):  
Cam Thi Hong Khuong ◽  
Ly Thi Tran
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Ad Hoc ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Research Strategy ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Global Competency ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Internationalisation At Home ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Training Programmes

Purpose Tourism is one of the most notable features of the contemporary globalised world. The tourism industry is becoming increasingly vital to the economy of many developing and developed countries around the globe. The demand of the tourism industry has posed a challenge for tourism training providers to move towards a more responsive and internationalised curriculum to enhance work readiness for tourism graduates who are expected to work with an increased number of international tourists. The purpose of this paper is analyse whether and how internationalisation has been implemented in the tourism training programmes across six institutions in Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach The research deployed case studies as research strategy with interviews and document analysis as two instruments of data collection. Findings The major findings show that even though the tourism industry demands graduates to possess global competency, knowledge and skills, the curriculum does not prioritise the internationalisation dimensions and the faculty members are not facilitated to be internationally active in their roles. Overall, internationalisation is still fragmented and ad hoc in these institutions even though the private institutions in this research appear to be more responsive to the trend of internationalisation in education than their public counterparts. Research limitations/implications The paper provides recommendations on how to effectively embed internationalisation components into local tourism training programs in Vietnam. Originality/value The research bridges the gap in the literature on internationalisation of the local tourism programme in non-English-speaking countries.

Catching the wave: Industry 4.0 in BRICS

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 1169-1184 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amaya Erro-Garcés ◽  
Irene Aranaz-Núñez
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Critical Factor ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Manufacturing Strategy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Readiness To Adopt

PurposeThis research aims to conduct, to the best of our knowledge, the first systematic review of the implementation of Industry 4.0 in BRICS. This review facilitates the identification of main factors that affect the readiness to adopt Industry 4.0 in BRICS and the role of different agents, such as multinationals, the public sector or educative institutions.Design/methodology/approachKey publications published from 2010 to 2019 have been analysed. A total of 61 papers have been selected from the systematic review.FindingsThree factors of convergence of BRICS to developed economies in terms of Industry 4.0 are identified: (1) the public initiatives that can also result in the attraction of talent from developed countries to BRICS; (2) the role of multinationals and (3) the implication of educational institutions.Research limitations/implicationsThis review has some limitations. First, some grey literature, such as reports from non-governmental organisations and front-line practitioners' reflections, were not included. Second, only research studies in English were reviewedPractical implicationsThe heterogeneity of BRICS amongst themselves affects the implementation of Industry 4.0 policies. Therefore, public policies should differ among countries to achieve the different readiness of companies within each country. Industry 4.0 cannot be understood as a manufacturing strategy against delocalisation, as emerging countries, such as BRICS, are also aware of the potential of automation.Originality/valueBased on a systematic review, this article shows that the strategy created by Germany to increase industrial productivity has been also introduced in BRICS countries as a critical factor to improve their competitiveness.

A systematic literature review and analysis towards developing PPP models for delivering smart infrastructure

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nimesha Sahani Jayasena ◽  
Daniel W.M. Chan ◽  
Mohan Kumaraswamy
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Systematic Literature Review ◽  
Smart Cities ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Environmental Pressures ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Holistic Review ◽  
Smart Infrastructure

PurposeRising human aspirations leading to rapid urbanisation, amidst climate changes and other environmental pressures have aggravated the needs for better-focused sustainable urban development in general as well as for smart and sustainable cities in particular. Indeed, smart infrastructure (SI) development is a prerequisite for smart cities (SCs). However, inadequate funding and expertise for such SI development pose profound challenges that may be partially addressed by mobilising private finance and efficiencies through collaborative public–private partnership (PPP) models. This paper provides a holistic review and analysis of the relevant literature, as a basis for proposing such PPP models for developing SI.Design/methodology/approachA systematic literature review helped to fulfil the aim of this paper in the first phase of the underlying longer-term study. Authoritative search engines like Scopus and Web of Science indexed articles were reviewed and analysed, 85% of these being journal articles.FindingsSCs that necessarily include SI are important in overcoming current urban challenges in developing and developed countries. Given shortfalls in traditional procurement and funding models, special PPP models are required for SI development. After identifying the relevant needs, drivers, barriers and challenges in different countries, a general indicative framework is developed to illustrate how the various interacting force fields can be harnessed to develop the envisaged PPP models that can complement non-PPP procurement models.Originality/valuePPP for SI development is a relatively new, hence, under-researched topic. This desktop review and analysis provide a useful launching pad for the development of SI through overcoming the potential challenges in traditional procurement and financial models.

scholarly journals Building patient capacity to participate in care during hospitalisation: a scoping review

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. e026551
Author(s):  
Donna Goodridge ◽  
Meghan McDonald ◽  
Lucia New ◽  
Murray Scharf ◽  
Elizabeth Harrison ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Behaviour Change Techniques ◽  
Positive Outcomes ◽  
Care Environment ◽  
Patient Capacity ◽  
Study Selection ◽  
The Social ◽  
Abstract Screening ◽  
Full Text Screening

ObjectivesTo map the existing literature and describe interventions aimed at building the capacity of patients to participate in care during hospitalisation by: (1) describing and categorising the aspects of care targeted by these interventions and (2) identifying the behaviour change techniques (BCTs) used in these interventions. A patient representative participated in all aspects of this project.DesignScoping review.Data sourcesMEDLINE, Embase and CINAHL (Inception −2017).Study selectionStudies reporting primary research studies on building the capacity of hospitalised adult patients to participate in care which described or included one or more structured or systematic interventions and described the outcomes for at least the key stakeholder group were included.Data extractionTitle and abstract screening and full text screening were conducted by pairs of trained reviewers. One reviewer extracted data, which were verified by a second reviewer. Interventions were classified according to seven aspects of care relevant to hospital settings. BCTs identified in the articles were assigned through consensus of three reviewers.ResultsDatabase searches yielded a total 9899 articles, resulting in 87 articles that met the inclusion criteria. Interventions directed at building patient capacity to participate in care while hospitalised were categorised as those related to improving: patient safety (20.9%); care coordination (5.7%); effective treatment (5.7%) and/or patient-centred care using: bedside nursing handovers (5.7%); communication (29.1%); care planning (14%) or the care environment (19.8%). The majority of studies reported one or more positive outcomes from the defined intervention. Adding new elements (objects) to the environment and restructuring the social and/or physical environment were the most frequently identified BCTs.ConclusionsThe majority of studies to build capacity for participation in care report one or more positive outcomes, although a more comprehensive analysis is warranted.

scholarly journals Epidemiology of podoconiosis in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. e032850
Author(s):  
Birhan Alemnew ◽  
Alebachew Fasil ◽  
Tesfahun Mulatu ◽  
Nigus Bililign ◽  
Setegn Esthetie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Forest Plot ◽  
Medical Subject Headings ◽  
Tropical Regions ◽  
Manual Search ◽  
Trim And Fill

IntroductionPodoconiosis is a non-filarial swelling of the lower extremity endemic in tropical regions, North America and India. The aetiology and pathophysiology of the disease remain unknown. We propose conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the burden and risk factors of podoconiosis in Ethiopia reported in studies from 2009 to 2019.Methods and analysisWe will search the following electronic databases: PubMed (MEDLINE), EMBASE, Hinari, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, ISI (Web of Science) and Google Scholar. Medical subject headings will be used to extensively search relevant literature on electronic databases using related keywords such as epidemiology or prevalence, magnitude or burden, podoconiosis, and Ethiopia. Grey literature and manual search will also be performed to retrieve unindexed research articles. Two reviewers will screen all retrieved articles, conduct data extraction and then critically appraise all identified studies. We will analyse data using STATA V.14 statistical software. We will demonstrate pooled estimates of podoconiosis and associated factors with effect size and 95% CI. The presence of heterogeneity among studies will be examined by forest plot as well as the I2heterogeneity test. Potential causes of heterogeneity will be explored by carrying out sensitivity and subgroup analyses. The presence of publication bias will also be examined by observing funnel plots and objectively by Egger’s regression test. If the funnel plot is asymmetric and/or Egger’s test was found to be statistically significant (p<0.05), the trim and fill (Duval and Tweedie’s) analysis will be performed.Ethics and disseminationThe study will use publicly available data and will not identify the authors of the publication by name. In light of these and as has been indicated, research ethics clearance is not required for evidence syntheses in such reviews. The results of this study will be published in a peer-reviewed journal and presented at national and international conferences.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42019127459.

An analysis of business’ acceptance of internet banking: an integration of e-trust to the TAM

2016 ◽  
Vol 31 (8) ◽  
pp. 982-994 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kaouther Ben Mansour
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Internet Banking ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
Professional Credibility ◽  
Managerial Implications

Purpose The purpose of this research is to provide insights into the determinants of businesses’ internet banking acceptance. It attempts to address a research need for extending the technology acceptance model (TAM) by adding contextual variables. As trust has never failed to be a significant predictor in e-commerce research, this study proposes to integrate trust into the TAM to get a better understanding of business e-banking adoption. Design/methodology/approach A research model reflecting the effect of e-trust dimensions on TAM constructs is proposed. Based on relevant literature, a questionnaire was designed and administrated to 102 business managers through a Web survey. A structural modelling analysis was applied. Findings The results confirm the dimensions and relations of the TAM. Moreover, two main trust dimensions – integrity and credibility – positively influence perceived usefulness and exert both a direct and an indirect positive effect on attitude towards business’ internet banking adoption and behavioural intention. Practical implications The managerial implications of the study are that Tunisian banks should consider influencing internet banking behaviour not only by developing ease of use and usefulness beliefs, but also by promoting professional credibility and integrity. They should, also, try to attract business users by focusing on and communicating the integrity and the credibility of the bank and highlight the ways in which these concerns have been ensured. Originality/value This study supplies the valuable integration of trust to the TAM. It reveals that extended TAM could be used to provide a solid theoretical foundation of business’ acceptance of internet banking. In this study, trust construct is measured through a multidimensional scale including four dimensions (benevolence, credibility, integrity and orientation to resolve problems). Moreover, this study focused on an emergent country, Tunisia, whereas most studies in the literature concentrate on research cases of developed countries.

Infanticide and its relationship with postpartum psychosis: a critical interpretive synthesis

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 293-310
Author(s):  
Nicole Jansen van Rensburg ◽  
Ruan Spies ◽  
Lelanie Malan
Keyword(s):  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
The Body ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Postpartum Psychosis ◽  
Psychiatric History ◽  
Environmental Aspects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Current State ◽  
Critical Interpretive Synthesis

Purpose This study aims to synthesise the available literature on the phenomenon of infanticide within the context of postpartum psychosis from a novel perspective using critical interpretive synthesis (CIS). The study placed its focus on the environmental aspects involved in the phenomenon of postpartum psychosis where the outcome was infanticide, as well as the chosen method of inflicting death. Design/methodology/approach CIS is a reviewing method that synthesises existing literature into a coherent frame with the exploration of literature at its core. CIS results in a natural critique of the body of literature and was critical to the study and its findings. The study ultimately found five synthetic constructs related to environmental aspects and method of inflicting death. Findings These included prior psychiatric history and care, demographics of perpetrators, perceptions on motherhood, profile on victims such as age and the method of death and, finally, the presence of “warning behaviour”. Reflections on the current state of the literature formed an important part of the study and enabled the authors to make recommendations for future research. Research limitations/implications The age of the literature acts as a limitation to the study, there is a need for updated to research to inform our current historical context. In addition, most of the included studies was based in developed countries which may impact on generalisability. The aim of he study was not to include an exhaustive body of literature, thus other relevant literature may have not been included. Some included studies did not solely focus on the concept of infanticide within the context of postpartum psychosis. Although efforts were made to ensure rigour, it is accepted that different researchers may come to different conclusion in inherently qualitative means of enquiry such as CIS. These included prior psychiatric history and care, demographics of perpetrators, perceptions on motherhood, profile on victims such as age and the method of death and, finally, the presence of “warning behaviour”. Reflections on the current state of the literature formed an important part of the study and enabled the authors to make recommendations for future research. Originality/value The study has not been published previously and all sources are credited. This study made a contribution by indicating important misconceptions about motherhood and the demography associated with infanticide in postpartum psychosis. It also highlighted the need for updated empirical research that may have implications for policy and practice

scholarly journals Facilitators, Barriers, and Strategies for Health-system Guidance Implementation: A Protocol for a Critical Interpretive Synthesis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qi Wang ◽  
Xiajing Chu ◽  
Ying Zhu ◽  
Mohammad Golam Kibria ◽  
Qiangqiang Guo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health System ◽  
Health Systems ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Comparative Method ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Quality Criteria ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Implementation Framework ◽  
Critical Interpretive Synthesis

Abstract Background: As systematically developed statements about possible courses of action, health-system guidance (HSG) can assist with making decisions and developing policies to address problems or achieve goals in health systems. However, there are conceptual and methodological challenges related to HSG implementation due to the complexity of health systems and policymaking, the diversity of available evidence, and vast differences in contexts. To address these gaps, we aim to develop a theoretical framework for supporting the implementation of HSG as part of an effort to promote evidence-informed policymaking about health systems. Methods: To develop a theoretical framework about facilitators, barriers, and strategies to the implementation of HSG, we will apply a critical interpretive synthesis (CIS) approach to synthesize the findings from a range of relevant literature. We will search eleven electronic databases and grey literature websites to identify relevant published and grey literature. We will check the references of included studies and papers recommended by experts. Finally, we will conduct purposive searches to identify literature that fills any identified conceptual gaps. We will use relevance and a general five-items quality criteria to assess included papers. A standardized form will be developed for extracting information. We will use an interpretive analytic approach to synthesize the findings from included papers, including the constant comparative method throughout the analysis. The literature screening and relevance assessment will be conducted by two independent reviewers and disagreements will be resolved through discussion. Data extraction and synthesis will be extracted by the principal investigator and the sample of extracted data will be checked by a second reviewer for consistency and accuracy. Discussion: A new theoretical framework about facilitators, barriers, and strategies for HSG implementation will be developed using the CIS approach. The HSG implementation framework could be widely used for different HSG with varied topics and in different contexts (including low-, middle-, high-income countries and settings). In later work we will develop a tool for supporting HSG implementation based on the theoretical framework. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO CRDXXXX (Pending)

scholarly journals First-Time Advisory Experience of Husbands During Labor Time of Pregnancy: A Scoping Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nuristy Brillian Ainindyahsari Winarna ◽  
◽  
Andari Wuri Astuti ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Labor Time ◽  
Psychological Conditions ◽  
First Time

ABSTRACT Background: Mothers experienced enormous physical and emotional changes, especially during childbirth. Birth support role of husbands reassured both husband and wife about labor and birth. This study aimed to review the first-time advisory experience of husbands during labor time of primigravida wife. Subjects and Method: A scoping review method was conducted in eight stages including (1) Identification of study problems; (2) Determining priority problem and study question; (3) Determining framework; (4) Literature searching; (5) Article selection; (6) Critical appraisal; (7) Data extraction; and (8) Mapping. The search included ScienceDirect, Wiley Online Library, ProQuest, and grey literature through Google Scholar search engine databases. The inclusion criteria were English/ Indonesian-language and full-text articles in peer-reviewed journals published between 2009 and 2019. A total of 543,111 articles were obtained by the searched database. After the review process, six articles were eligible for this review. The data were reported by the PRISMA flow chart. Results: Six articles from developed countries (Australia, Sweden, Singapore, Israel, and England) met the inclusion criteria with qualitative and quantitative (cross-sectional) studies. Three main aspects discussed were support, challenges, and psychological conditions of experience of husbands during labor time of pregnancy. Support of husbands was identified as physical and moral. Challenges faced by husbands included lack of preparedness, knowledge, and encouragement from health care professionals. Psychological conditions of satisfaction and concern were found in husbands’ transition to fatherhood. Conclusion: Responsibility, emotion, experience, and barrier of husbands are related to maternal health problems. Better involvement of fathers will be able to enhance better quality of relationships and family health through understanding, experience, and assistance, especially in the childbirth process. Keywords: advisory, husbands, experience, labor, pregnancy Correspondence: Nuristy Brillian Ainindyahsari Winarna. Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta. Jl. Siliwangi (Ring Road Barat) No 63 Mlangi, Nogotirto, Gamping, Sleman, Yogyakarta, 55292. Email: [email protected]. Mobile: +6285338800207. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26911/the7thicph.03.66

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