scholarly journals Biopsychosocial Spiritual Support from Healthcare Professionals for Mothers Whose Babies in The Neonatal Intensif Care Unit: A Rapid Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Heni Angraini ◽  
Cesa Septiana Pratiwi ◽  
M. Hakimi ◽  
Herlin Fitriani Kurniawati
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Spiritual Support

Dangers and Benefits of Social Media on E-Professionalism of Healthcare Professionals: Rapid Evidence-Based Review (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tea Vukusic Rukavina ◽  
Josko Viskic ◽  
Lovela Machala Poplasen ◽  
Danko Relic ◽  
Marko Marelic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Systematic Reviews ◽  
Professional Education ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Measurement Tool ◽  
The Impact

BACKGROUND As we are witnessing the evolution of social media (SM) use globally among the general population, popularity of SM has also been embraced by healthcare professionals. In the context of SM evolution and exponential growth of users, this rapid review summarizes recent findings about e-professionalism of healthcare professionals (HCPs). OBJECTIVE The objective of our study was to review and characterize the original peer-reviewed research studies published from November 1, 2014 to November 31,, 2018 on e-professionalism of healthcare professionals, to assess the quality of methodologies and approaches used, to explore the impact of social media on e-professionalism of healthcare professionals recognizing benefits and dangers of social media and to provide insights to guide future research in this area. METHODS A search of the literature was performed in December 2018 using 3 databases (PubMed, CINAHL and Scopus). The searches were conducted using the following defined search terms: 'professionalism’ AND 'social media' OR 'Internet' OR ‘Facebook’ OR ‘Twitter’ OR ‘Instagram’. The search strategy was limited to studies published in English. This rapid review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses and the Measurement Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews guidelines. RESULTS Of the 709 retrieved papers, a total of 58 studies were finally included in this review. Overall, the quality of the studies was satisfactory. Participants in the reviewed studies were from diverse healthcare professions. Medical health professionals were involved in about three-quarters of the studies. Three key benefits of SM on e-professionalism of HCPs were identified: 1) professional networking and collaboration, 2) professional education and training and 3) effectiveness of educational interventions about e-professionalism or impact of existing SM policies. For the selected studies, there are five recognized dangers of SM on e-professionalism of HCPs: 1) loosening accountability, 2) compromising confidentiality, 3) blurred professional boundaries, 4) depiction of unprofessional behavior, and 5) legal issues. This rapid review also recognizes recommendations for changes in educational curricula regarding e-professionalism or adopting novel approaches to existing SM policies as opportunities for improvement and barriers that influence HCPs use of SM in the context of e-professionalism. CONCLUSIONS Findings in reviewed studies indicate existence of both benefits and dangers of SM on e-professionalism of HCPs. Even though there are some barriers recognized, this review has highlighted existing recommendations for including e-professionalism in educational curricula of HCPs. Based on all evidence provided, this review provided new insights and guides for future research on this area. There is a clear need for robust research to investigate new emerging SM platforms, the efficiency of guidelines and educational interventions, and the specifics of each profession regarding their SM potential and usage. CLINICALTRIAL PROSPERO CRD42019131532; https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?ID=CRD42019131532

The Identification and Evaluation of Methodologies to Assess the Quality of mHealth apps in High, Low & Middle-Income Countries: a Rapid Review (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fionn Woulfe ◽  
Philip Kayode Fadahunsi ◽  
Simon Smith ◽  
Griphin Baxter Chirambo ◽  
Emma Larsson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Assessment ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Screening Process ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Countries ◽  
Low Middle Income Countries ◽  
Mhealth Apps ◽  
Low And Middle Income

BACKGROUND There has been a rapid growth in the availability and use of mobile health (mHealth) apps around the world in recent years. However, consensus regarding an accepted standard to assess the quality of such apps does not exist. Differing interpretations of quality add to this problem. Consequently, it has become increasingly difficult for healthcare professionals to distinguish apps of high quality from those of lower quality. This exposes both patients and healthcare professionals to unnecessary risk. Despite progress, limited understanding of contributions by those in low- and middle- income countries (LMIC) on this topic exists. As such, the applicability of quality assessment methodologies in LMIC settings remains unexplored. OBJECTIVE The objectives of this rapid review are to; 1) Identify current methodologies within the literature to assess the quality of mHealth apps. 2) Understand what aspects of quality these methodologies address. 3) Determine what input has been made by authors from LMICs. 4) Examine the applicability of such methodologies in low- and middle- income settings. METHODS The review is registered with Prospero (CRD42020205149). A search of PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science and Scopus was performed for papers relating to mHealth app quality assessment methodologies, published in English between 2005 and the 28th of December, 2020. A thematic and descriptive analysis of methodologies and papers was performed. RESULTS Electronic database searches identified 841 papers. After the screening process, 53 papers remained for inclusion; 6 proposed novel methodologies which could be used to evaluate mHealth apps of diverse medical areas of interest; 8 proposed methodologies which could be used to assess apps concerned with a specific medical focus; 39 used methodologies developed by other published authors to evaluate the quality of various groups of mHealth apps. Authors of 3 papers were solely affiliated to institutes in LMICs. A further 8 papers had at least one co-author affiliated to an institute in a LMIC. CONCLUSIONS Quality assessment of mHealth apps is complex in nature and at times, subjective. Despite growing research on this topic, to date an all-encompassing, appropriate means for evaluating the quality of mHealth apps does not exist. There has been engagement with authors affiliated to institutes in LMICs, however limited consideration of current generic methodologies for application in a LMIC settings have been identified.

scholarly journals Psychological impact of an epidemic/pandemic on the mental health of healthcare professionals: a rapid review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzannah Stuijfzand ◽  
Camille Deforges ◽  
Vania Sandoz ◽  
Consuela-Thais Consuela-Thais Sajin ◽  
Cécile Jaques ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Patient Care ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Drug Misuse ◽  
Mental Wellbeing ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Evidence Based

Abstract Background: Epidemics or pandemics, such as the current Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis, pose unique challenges to healthcare professionals (HCPs). Caring for patients during an epidemic/pandemic may impact negatively on the mental health of HCPs. There is a lack of evidence-based advice on what would be effective in mitigating this impact. Objectives: This rapid review synthesizes the evidence on the psychological impact of pandemics/epidemics on the mental health of HCPs, what factors predict this impact, and the evidence of prevention/intervention strategies to reduce this impact. Method: According to rapid review guidelines, systematic searches were carried out in Embase.com, PubMed, APA PsycINFO-Ovid SP, and Web of Science (core collection). Searches were restricted to the years 2003 or later to ensure inclusion of the most recent epidemic/pandemics, such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Papers written in French or English, published in peer-reviewed journals, and of quantitative design using validated measures of mental health outcomes were included. Of 1308 papers found, 50 were included. The full protocol for this rapid review was registered with Prospero ( reg.no. CRD42020175985). Results: Results show that exposed HCPs working with patients during an epidemic/pandemic are at heightened risk of mental health problems in the short and longer term, particularly: psychological distress, insomnia, alcohol/drug misuse, and symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, burnout, anger, and higher perceived stress. These mental health problems are predicted by organizational, social, personal, and psychological factors and may interfere with the quality of patient care. Few evidence-based early interventions exist so far. Discussion: HCPs need to be provided with psychosocial support to protect their mental wellbeing if they are to continue to provide high quality patient care. Several recommendations relevant during and after an epidemic/pandemic, such as COVID-19, and in preparation for a future outbreak, are proposed.

scholarly journals The Linkages Between Reimbursement and Prevention: A Mixed-Methods Approach

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ellen Zwaagstra Salvado ◽  
Hilco J. van Elten ◽  
Erik M. van Raaij
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Chronic Disease ◽  
Disease Management ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Chronic Disease Management ◽  
Preventive Services ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Effective Prevention ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach

Background: The benefits of prevention are widely recognized; ranging from avoiding disease onset to substantially reducing disease burden, which is especially relevant considering the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. However, its delivery has encountered numerous obstacles in healthcare. While healthcare professionals play an important role in stimulating prevention, their behaviors can be influenced by incentives related to reimbursement schemes.Purpose: The purpose of this research is to obtain a detailed description and explanation of how reimbursement schemes specifically impact primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary prevention.Methods: Our study takes a mixed-methods approach. Based on a rapid review of the literature, we include and assess 27 studies. Moreover, we conducted semi-structured interviews with eight Dutch healthcare professionals and two representatives of insurance companies, to obtain a deeper understanding of healthcare professionals' behaviors in response to incentives.Results: Nor fee-for-service (FFS) nor salary can be unambiguously linked to higher or lower provision of preventive services. However, results suggest that FFS's widely reported incentive to increase production might work in favor of preventive services such as immunizations but provide less incentives for chronic disease management. Salary's incentive toward prevention will be (partially) determined by provider-organization's characteristics and reimbursement. Pay-for-performance (P4P) is not always necessarily translated into better health outcomes, effective prevention, or adequate chronic disease management. P4P is considered disruptive by professionals and our results expose how it can lead professionals to resort to (over)medicalization in order to achieve targets. Relatively new forms of reimbursement such as population-based payment may incentivize professionals to adapt the delivery of care to facilitate the delivery of some forms of prevention.Conclusion: There is not one reimbursement scheme that will stimulate all levels of prevention. Certain types of reimbursement work well for certain types of preventive care services. A volume incentive could be beneficial for prevention activities that are easy to specify. Population-based capitation can help promote preventive activities that require efforts that are not incentivized under other reimbursements, for instance activities that are not easily specified, such as providing education on lifestyle factors related to a patient's (chronic) disease.

scholarly journals Psychological impact of an epidemic/pandemic on the mental health of healthcare professionals: a rapid review

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzannah Stuijfzand ◽  
Camille Deforges ◽  
Vania Sandoz ◽  
Consuela-Thais Sajin ◽  
Cecile Jaques ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Rapid Review

scholarly journals Psychological Impact of an Epidemic/Pandemic on the Mental Health of Healthcare Professionals: A Rapid Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzannah Stuijfzand ◽  
Camille Deforges ◽  
Vania Sandoz ◽  
Consuela-Thais Consuela-Thais Sajin ◽  
Cécile Jaques ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Psychological Impact ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Drug Misuse ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Quality Of Patient Care ◽  
Full Protocol

Abstract Background: Epidemics or pandemics, such as the current Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) crisis, pose unique challenges to healthcare professionals (HCPs). Caring for patients during an epidemic/pandemic may impact negatively on the mental health of HCPs. There is a lack of evidence-based advice on what would be effective in mitigating this impact. Objectives: This rapid review synthesizes the evidence on the psychological impact of pandemics/epidemics on the mental health of HCPs, what factors predict this impact, and the evidence of prevention/intervention strategies to reduce this impact. Method: According to rapid review guidelines, systematic searches were carried out in Embase.com, PubMed, APA PsycINFO-Ovid SP, and Web of Science (core collection). Searches were restricted to the years 2003 or later to ensure inclusion of the most recent epidemic/pandemics, such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Papers written in French or English, published in peer-reviewed journals, and of quantitative design using validated measures of mental health outcomes were included. Of 1308 papers found, 48 were included. The full protocol for this rapid review was registered with Prospero (reg.no.CRD42020175985). Results: Results show that exposed HCPs working with patients during an epidemic/pandemic are at heightened risk of mental health problems in the short and longer term, particularly: psychological distress, insomnia, alcohol/drug misuse, and symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, burnout, anger, and higher perceived stress. These mental health problems are predicted by organizational, social, personal, and psychological factors and may interfere with the quality of patient care. Few evidence-based early interventions exist so far. Discussion: Several recommendations relevant during and after an epidemic/pandemic, such as COVID-19, and in preparation for a future outbreak, are proposed.

Delivering palliative care to patients and caregivers in inner-city communities: Challenges and opportunities

2013 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 369-378 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Kayser ◽  
Rosanna F. DeMarco ◽  
Charu Stokes ◽  
Susan DeSanto-Madeya ◽  
Philip C. Higgins
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
Inner City ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Minority Stress ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Community Based Participatory Research ◽  
Chronic Illnesses ◽  
Spiritual Support ◽  
Community Stakeholders

AbstractObjective:Social and economic barriers can hinder access to quality palliative and end-of-life care for patients living in inner-city communities. Using a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach, we investigated the stresses associated with living with a chronic disease and barriers to access and utilization of palliative care resources experienced by low-income patients and caregivers in five inner-city communities.Methods:Four focus groups (N = 33) were conducted with community stakeholders, including healthcare professionals (social workers and nurses), persons living with chronic illnesses (e.g., HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular disease, and cancer), and caregivers. Focus group responses were analyzed using thematic analyses.Results:Patients' and caregivers' stresses centered around five themes: lack of family support, communication barriers with healthcare professionals, minority stress, caregiver burden, and lack of spiritual support. The community stakeholders identified resources and services to improve access to care and the quality of life of underserved, low-income populations living with chronic illnesses.Significance of Results:A CBPR approach enabled us to develop an interdisciplinary and culturally sensitive intervention to begin addressing the palliative and end-of-life needs of the patients and caregivers of the inner-city community.

scholarly journals Decontamination Methods for Respiratory Protection Mask Model N95: A Rapid Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Livia Fernandes Probst ◽  
Ana Tereza Gomes Guerrero ◽  
Andréia Insabralde de Queiroz Cardoso ◽  
Antônio José Grande ◽  
Mariana Garcia Croda ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Review Process ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Rapid Review ◽  
Respiratory Protection ◽  
Limited Applicability ◽  
Wet Heat ◽  
Heat Pasteurization ◽  
Hydrogen Peroxide Vapor ◽  
Positive Results ◽  
Systematic Review Process

Abstract Background: N95 respiratory protection masks are used by healthcare professionals to prevent contamination with infectious microorganisms transmitted by droplets or aerosols. Methods: We conducted a rapid review of the literature analyzing the effectiveness of decontamination methods for mask reuse. The review was carried out in April 2020 using a simplification of the formal systematic review process. A total of 166 articles were retrieved of which 17 laboratory-based studies were selected. Results: Two of the studies only examined the effectiveness of decontamination methods, seven only reported on the maintenance of mask integrity, and eight considered both outcomes. Twelve decontamination methods were included in the studies. Conclusions: Positive results should be considered with caution as they represent a small number of studies, reflect ideal laboratory conditions, and may have limited applicability in realistic situations and for health systems. Nonetheless, five methods appear promising: hydrogen peroxide vapor, ultraviolet irradiation, dry heat, wet heat/pasteurization, and microwave ovens.

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