Determinants of Patient and Surrogate Experiences With Acute Care Research Consent: A Key Informant Interview Study

Abstract Background In 2019 there were over 1500 opioid-related deaths in the province of Ontario, Canada. While the opioid crisis is affecting many socioeconomic groups and communities across Canada not all are being affected equally despite the presence of naloxone distribution programs in Ontario. This qualitative exploratory study seeks to understand facilitators and barriers that influence equitable access of naloxone programs in Durham Region, Ontario, Canada. Methods An environmental scan will be conducted to examine the availability and distribution of naloxone across community pharmacies and organizations in Durham Region. A qualitative descriptive phenomenology will be the methodological approach where key informant interviews will explore experiences of users and providers of naloxone programs. Key informants will include service providers and clients of both Ontario Naloxone Program and Ontario Naloxone Program for Pharmacies in Durham Region. The harm reduction framework will be used to guide data analysis where thematic analysis will be conducted to generate overarching themes about the phenomenon. Results The environmental scan will result in the creation of a map outlining availability and distribution of naloxone programs to examine possible gaps that exist in Durham Region. It is expected that key informant interview findings will help understand where inequity exists in accessing Ontario's naloxone programs in Durham Region by highlighting its barriers and facilitators. Conclusions Findings generated will be used for larger scale studies in the future examining equitable access of naloxone distribution programs in Canada. This study will have implications to provide recommendations to policymakers for developing new policies to facilitate timely access of naloxone to mitigate risk of opioid-related harms. Key messages This research will help to better understand the inequities that exist in Ontario's naloxone distribution programs. This research will help to inform recommendations to improve policies surrounding Ontario's naloxone distribution programs.

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Acute care research competencies for clinical research professionals

Journal of Clinical and Translational Science ◽

10.1017/cts.2020.38 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (6) ◽

pp. 485-492

Author(s):

Stephanie Schuckman ◽

Lynn Babcock ◽

Cristina Spinner ◽

Opeolu Adeoye ◽

Dina Gomaa ◽

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Keyword(s):

Clinical Research ◽

Acute Care ◽

Performance Metrics ◽

Task Force ◽

Continuing Professional Development ◽

Personal Characteristics ◽

Care Research ◽

Trial Competency ◽

Conducting Research ◽

Research Professionals

AbstractIntroduction:Acute care research (ACR) is uniquely challenged by the constraints of recruiting participants and conducting research procedures within minutes to hours of an unscheduled critical illness or injury. Existing competencies for clinical research professionals (CRPs) are gaining traction but may have gaps for the acute environment. We sought to expand existing CRP competencies to include the specialized skills needed for ACR settings.Methods:Qualitative data collected from job shadowing, clinical observations, and interviews were analyzed to assess the educational needs of the acute care clinical research workforce. We identified competencies necessary to succeed as an ACR-CRP, and then applied Bloom’s Taxonomy to develop characteristics into learning outcomes that frame both knowledge to be acquired and job performance metrics.Results:There were 28 special interest competencies for ACR-CRPs identified within the eight domains set by the Joint Task Force (JTF) of Clinical Trial Competency. While the eight domains were not prioritized by the JTF, in ACR an emphasis on Communication and Teamwork, Clinical Trials Operations, and Data Management and Informatics was observed. Within each domain, distinct proficiencies and unique personal characteristics essential for success were identified. The competencies suggest that a combination of competency-based training, behavioral-based hiring practices, and continuing professional development will be essential to ACR success.Conclusion:The competencies developed for ACR can serve as a training guide for CRPs to be prepared for the challenges of conducting research within this vulnerable population. Hiring, training, and supporting the development of this workforce are foundational to clinical research in this challenging setting.

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INFLUENTIAL MARKETING STRATEGIES ADOPTED BY THE CEMENT INDUSTRIES

International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH ◽

10.29121/granthaalayah.v7.i10.2019.382 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 7 (10) ◽

pp. 155-173

Author(s):

Anjay Mishra

Keyword(s):

Group Discussion ◽

Marketing Strategies ◽

Fiscal Year ◽

Depth Information ◽

Credit Period ◽

Key Informant ◽

Mind State ◽

Awareness Tool ◽

Under Construction ◽

Key Informant Interview

The study is focused to encounter the marketing strategies adopted by cement industries and suppliers. The study is conducted at Madhyapur Thimi Municipality among different level of consumer i.e house owner, supplier, contractor/mason and consultant/engineer. Out of 871 permitted under construction building of fiscal year 2016/17, 89 end consumers and 30 suppliers were selected for questionnaire survey with two different set of questionnaire. Key informant interview was conducted for in depth information while focus group discussion was done to understand influencing strategies. Bonus coupon and credit period was found to be brand promotional tools among 36.67% and 23.33% of the suppliers respectively whereas 50% of the end consumers get attracted through credit period. Credit period is the most influential marketing strategy while advertisement being the brand awareness tool to the consumer to set their brand in ‘Top of Mind’ state.

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Fishing Crafts and Gears in Buug, Dumanquillas Bay, Philippines

Journal of Environmental Science Studies ◽

10.20849/jess.v4i1.927 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 4 (1) ◽

pp. 10

Author(s):

Bryan L. Bitantos ◽

Lovena Grace Amor T. Dela Cruz ◽

Jay Pril M. Natuil ◽

Wellmor John R. Sabado

Keyword(s):

Economic Status ◽

Group Discussion ◽

Marine Resources ◽

Socio Economic Status ◽

Illegal Fishing ◽

Coastal Marine ◽

Key Informant ◽

Fish Catch ◽

Key Informant Interview ◽

Fishing Practices

Dumanquillas Bay is a body of saltwater and the major source of food located in the Southern Mindanao. It has been observed that marine resources and fish catch in the area are declining. This study assumed that fishing practices affect the decline of marine and fish catch in the bay. A study on the documentation of fishing practices in the area is reported here. Key informant interview (KII), focus group discussion, direct observation and document archival were used. Twenty-three (23) fishing practices were observed in the area. Based on R.A. 10654 or the Philippine Fisheries Code, five (5) fishing practices were identified in the bay which are illegal. These are “pahulbot sa lalum”, “pahulbot sa mabaw”, “panubli”, “panguryente” and “troll” that destroys sea grasses, coral reefs and the sea beds. The illegal fishing practices identified poses a threat to the marine resources. It implies weak implementation of fishing policies among the LGU’s and other concerned government institutions and NGA’s. Capacity building, CEPA campaign and committed implementation of the Philippine Fisheries Code (R.A. 10654) should be implemented by the PAMB and stakeholders in the community to manage the remaining coastal marine resources thereby uplifting the socio-economic status of the coastal community and achieve sustainability.

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Labour Emigration From Ethiopia

International Journal of Public Sociology and Sociotherapy ◽

10.4018/ijpss.2021070103 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 1 (2) ◽

pp. 33-50

Author(s):

Ebabu Chekole Mengistu

Keyword(s):

Developing Countries ◽

Migrant Workers ◽

Document Analysis ◽

Economic Factors ◽

Analysis Techniques ◽

Depth Interview ◽

Key Informant ◽

The World ◽

High Level ◽

Key Informant Interview

In recent years, the magnitude and complexity of movements have brought increased attention to the phenomenon of emigration which affects nearly all countries in the world. In developing countries, labour emigration is extremely complex. The main objective of the study is to explore the trends, causes, and challenges of labour emigration from Ethiopia. In-depth interview, key informant interview, observation, and document analysis were used as methods of data collection. Content and document analysis techniques were used to analyze the data. The results of the study show that there is a high level of labour emigration from Ethiopia. Labour emigration from Ethiopia is mostly associated with economic factors such as unemployment, underemployment, and the search for better life in the destination countries. The institutional structure and inter-institutional collaboration in relation to labour emigration are informed by a fragmented framework. As a result, Ethiopian migrant workers are highly vulnerable to human rights violations.

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Key Informant Interview Guide

PsycTESTS Dataset ◽

10.1037/t50514-000 ◽

2015 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Heather Knauer ◽

Dian L. Baker ◽

Kathleen Hebbeler ◽

Linda Davis-Alldritt

Keyword(s):

Interview Guide ◽

Key Informant ◽

Key Informant Interview

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