scholarly journals Risk Communication and Factors Influencing Private Well Testing Behavior: A Systematic Scoping Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (22) ◽  
pp. 4333 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah K. Colley ◽  
Peter K.M. Kane ◽  
Jacqueline MacDonald Gibson
Keyword(s):  
Risk Communication ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Well Testing ◽  
Specific Content ◽  
Scoping Reviews ◽  
Current Evidence Base ◽  
Communication Interventions

Unregulated private wells may be at risk for certain types of contamination associated with adverse health effects. Well water testing is a primary method to identify such risks, although testing rates are generally low. Risk communication is used as an intervention to promote private well testing behavior; however, little is known about whether these efforts are effective as well as the mechanisms that influence effectiveness. A systematic scoping review was conducted to evaluate the current evidence base for risk communication effectiveness and factors that influence well testing behavior. The review was conducted with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) framework. Data were synthesized using a health behavior model (Health Belief Model) to identify areas amenable to intervention and factors to consider when designing risk communication interventions. We identified a significant shortage of studies examining the effectiveness of risk communication interventions targeted to well testing behavior, with only two quasi-experimental studies identified. The review also identified seventeen studies that examined or described factors relating to well testing behavior. The two empirical studies suggest risk communication methods can be successful in motivating private well owners to test their water, while the remaining studies present considerations for developing effective, community-specific content.

scholarly journals Epidemiology of sleep disorders during COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic scoping review protocol

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samia Tasnim ◽  
Mariya Rahman ◽  
Priyanka Pawar ◽  
Liye Zou ◽  
Abida Sultana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Sleep Disorders ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Professional Community ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Scoping Reviews

Background: The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is impacting human health globally. In addition to physical health problems, a growing burden of mental health problems has become a global concern amid this pandemic. Sleep disorders are major mental health problems associated with increased psychosocial stressors; however, no research synthesis is available on the epidemiology of sleep disorders. In this systematic scoping review, we aim to assess the current evidence on the epidemiological burden, associated factors, and interventions from the existing literature on sleep disorders. Methods: We will search seven major health databases and additional sources to identify, evaluate, and synthesize empirical studies on the prevalence and correlates of sleep disorders and available interventions addressing the same. We will use the Joanna Briggs Institute Methodology for Scoping Review and report the findings using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) checklist. Conclusion: This review will identify the epidemiological burden of and interventions for sleep disorders. The findings of this review will be widely communicated with the research and professional community to facilitate future research and practice.

scholarly journals Use and Evaluation of Computerized Clinical Decision Support Systems for Early Detection of Sepsis in Hospitals: Protocol for a Scoping Review (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ling Li ◽  
Khalia Ackermann ◽  
Jannah Baker ◽  
Johanna Westbrook
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Decision Support ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Clinical Decision Support ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Scoping Reviews ◽  
Current Evidence Base

BACKGROUND Sepsis is a leading cause of death in hospitals, with high associated costs for both patients and health care systems worldwide. Early detection followed by timely intervention is critical for successful sepsis management and, hence, can save lives. Health care institutions are increasingly leveraging clinical data captured in electronic health records for the development of <i>computerized clinical decision support</i> (CCDS) systems aimed at enhancing the early detection of sepsis. However, a comprehensive evidence base regarding sepsis CCDS systems to inform clinical practice, research, and policy is currently lacking. OBJECTIVE This scoping review aims to systematically describe studies reporting on the use and evaluation of CCDS systems for early detection of sepsis in hospitals. METHODS The methodology for conducting scoping reviews presented by the Joanna Briggs Institute Reviewer’s Manual and the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) will be used and adapted as guides. A comprehensive literature search of 10 electronic databases will be conducted to identify all empirical quantitative and qualitative studies that investigate the use of CCDS systems for early detection of sepsis in hospitals. Detailed inclusion and exclusion criteria have been developed. Two reviewers will independently screen all articles based on these criteria. Any discrepancies will be resolved through discussion and further review by a third researcher if required. RESULTS Electronic database searches have retrieved 12,139 references after removing 10,051 duplicates. As of the submission date of this protocol, we have completed the title and abstract screening. A total of 372 references will be included for full-text screening. Only 15.9% (59/372) of these studies were focused on children: 11.0% (41/372) for pediatric and 4.8% (18/372) for neonatal patients. The scoping review and the manuscript will be completed by December 2020. CONCLUSIONS Results of this review will guide researchers in determining gaps and shortcomings in the current evidence base for CCDS system use and evaluation in the early detection of sepsis. The findings will be shared with key stakeholders in clinical care, research, policy, and patient advocacy. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT PRR1-10.2196/24899

scholarly journals Use and Evaluation of Computerized Clinical Decision Support Systems for Early Detection of Sepsis in Hospitals: Protocol for a Scoping Review

10.2196/24899 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. e24899
Author(s):  
Ling Li ◽  
Khalia Ackermann ◽  
Jannah Baker ◽  
Johanna Westbrook
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Decision Support ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Clinical Decision Support ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Clinical Decision ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Scoping Reviews ◽  
Current Evidence Base

Background Sepsis is a leading cause of death in hospitals, with high associated costs for both patients and health care systems worldwide. Early detection followed by timely intervention is critical for successful sepsis management and, hence, can save lives. Health care institutions are increasingly leveraging clinical data captured in electronic health records for the development of computerized clinical decision support (CCDS) systems aimed at enhancing the early detection of sepsis. However, a comprehensive evidence base regarding sepsis CCDS systems to inform clinical practice, research, and policy is currently lacking. Objective This scoping review aims to systematically describe studies reporting on the use and evaluation of CCDS systems for early detection of sepsis in hospitals. Methods The methodology for conducting scoping reviews presented by the Joanna Briggs Institute Reviewer’s Manual and the PRISMA-ScR (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews) will be used and adapted as guides. A comprehensive literature search of 10 electronic databases will be conducted to identify all empirical quantitative and qualitative studies that investigate the use of CCDS systems for early detection of sepsis in hospitals. Detailed inclusion and exclusion criteria have been developed. Two reviewers will independently screen all articles based on these criteria. Any discrepancies will be resolved through discussion and further review by a third researcher if required. Results Electronic database searches have retrieved 12,139 references after removing 10,051 duplicates. As of the submission date of this protocol, we have completed the title and abstract screening. A total of 372 references will be included for full-text screening. Only 15.9% (59/372) of these studies were focused on children: 11.0% (41/372) for pediatric and 4.8% (18/372) for neonatal patients. The scoping review and the manuscript will be completed by December 2020. Conclusions Results of this review will guide researchers in determining gaps and shortcomings in the current evidence base for CCDS system use and evaluation in the early detection of sepsis. The findings will be shared with key stakeholders in clinical care, research, policy, and patient advocacy. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) PRR1-10.2196/24899

scholarly journals Designing and using incentives to support recruitment and retention in clinical trials: a scoping review and a checklist for design

Trials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Beth Parkinson ◽  
Rachel Meacock ◽  
Matt Sutton ◽  
Eleonora Fichera ◽  
Nicola Mills ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Pay For Performance ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Unintended Consequences ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Incentive System ◽  
Design Issues ◽  
Recruitment And Retention ◽  
Design Choice ◽  
Current Evidence Base

Abstract Background Recruitment and retention of participants are both critical for the success of trials, yet both remain significant problems. The use of incentives to target participants and trial staff has been proposed as one solution. The effects of incentives are complex and depend upon how they are designed, but these complexities are often overlooked. In this paper, we used a scoping review to ‘map’ the literature, with two aims: to develop a checklist on the design and use of incentives to support recruitment and retention in trials; and to identify key research topics for the future. Methods The scoping review drew on the existing economic theory of incentives and a structured review of the literature on the use of incentives in three healthcare settings: trials, pay for performance, and health behaviour change. We identified the design issues that need to be considered when introducing an incentive scheme to improve recruitment and retention in trials. We then reviewed both the theoretical and empirical evidence relating to each of these design issues. We synthesised the findings into a checklist to guide the design of interventions using incentives. Results The issues to consider when designing an incentive system were summarised into an eight-question checklist. The checklist covers: the current incentives and barriers operating in the system; who the incentive should be directed towards; what the incentive should be linked to; the form of incentive; the incentive size; the structure of the incentive system; the timing and frequency of incentive payouts; and the potential unintended consequences. We concluded the section on each design aspect by highlighting the gaps in the current evidence base. Conclusions Our findings highlight how complex the design of incentive systems can be, and how crucial each design choice is to overall effectiveness. The most appropriate design choice will differ according to context, and we have aimed to provide context-specific advice. Whilst all design issues warrant further research, evidence is most needed on incentives directed at recruiters, optimal incentive size, and testing of different incentive structures, particularly exploring repeat arrangements with recruiters.

scholarly journals Conceptualisation and measurement of adaptation within the Roy adaptation model in chronic care: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. e036546
Author(s):  
Xiyi Wang ◽  
Qi Zhang ◽  
Jing Shao ◽  
Zhihong Ye
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Chronic Care ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Roy Adaptation Model ◽  
China National Knowledge Infrastructure ◽  
Scoping Reviews ◽  
Ethical Approval ◽  
Key Terms ◽  
Adaptation Model

IntroductionThe Roy adaptation model provides a basis for developing the science of nursing. Its theoretical assumptions have been tested in empirical studies. Although several works have historically reviewed the development of this model, a refinement of its key concepts is needed. The proposed scoping review aims to describe how the concept of adaptation was defined and measured in nursing studies related to chronic health conditions.Methods and analysisThis scoping review will adopt the methodology proposed by Arksey and O’Malley. Several databases, including MEDLINE (OVID), CINAHL, EMBASE, PsycINFO, PubMed, Wan Fang, China National Knowledge Infrastructure and VIP net, will be selected and used to mine literature published in English and Chinese languages, up to December 2019. Key terms related to ‘Roy adaptation model’ will be identified and used for developing tailored search strategies for each database. Articles will be included in the analysis if they are primary research reports explaining the concept of adaptation within the field of chronic care. All screening and extraction of literature will be independently performed and checked by two authors, according to the guideline of Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis-Extension for Scoping Reviews. The findings will be organised and summarised into narratives in line with the construction of conceptual–theoretical–empirical system of knowledge for further consultation and translation.Ethics and disseminationThis scoping review does not require ethical approval. The findings are expected to be published in peer-reviewed English or Chinese journals as well as conference proceedings in the area of chronic care.

scholarly journals Cranial nerve non-invasive neuromodulation in adults with neurological conditions: a scoping review protocol (Preprint)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keaton Boughen ◽  
Tyler Neil ◽  
Ahmed Bilgasem ◽  
Kevin Lutowicz ◽  
Shayan Dullemond ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nerve Stimulation ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Cranial Nerve ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Cranial Nerves ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Neurological Rehabilitation ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Current Evidence Base ◽  
Neurological Conditions

BACKGROUND Cranial nerve non-invasive neuromodulation (CN-NINM) via translingual nerve stimulation (TLNS) is a promising new intervention combined with neurological rehabilitation to improve outcomes for persons with neurological conditions. A portable neuromodulation stimulation (PoNSTM) device rests on the tongue stimulating cranial nerves V and VII (trigeminal and facial nerves). Emerging evidence suggests that CN-NINM using the PoNSTM device combined with targeted physical therapy (PT) improves balance and gait outcomes but has not yet been comprehensively reviewed. OBJECTIVE This review will describe cranial nerve non-invasive neuromodulation (CN-NINM) via translingual nerve stimulation (TLNS), its use, effects and implications for rehabilitation science in adult neurological populations. We will identify how CN-NINM via TLNS is currently being incorporated into neurological rehabilitation and identify gaps in the evidence with respect to this novel technology. METHODS Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology will be used to conduct this scoping review. Electronic databases MEDLINE, AMED, CINAHL, EMBASE and Web of Science will be searched as well as grey literature databases ProQuest, DuckDuckGo and Google. Studies published in English and French between 2000-present will be included. Two reviewers will independently screen all titles and abstracts and full-text studies that meet inclusion criteria. Data will be extracted and collated in a table to synthesize results. Extracted data will be reported in a comprehensive summary. RESULTS The final manuscript is planned for submission to an indexed journal in September 2021. CONCLUSIONS This scoping review will be the first review to address the current evidence base on CN-NINM. The results will inform the use of CN-NINM in neurological rehabilitation and the development of recommendations for future research. CLINICALTRIAL Open Science Framework (DOI): 10.17605/OSF.IO/XZQFM

scholarly journals Gluten in pharmaceutical products: a scoping review

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Irene Lizano-Díez ◽  
Eduardo L. Mariño ◽  
Pilar Modamio
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Pharmaceutical Products ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Gluten Free ◽  
Scoping Reviews ◽  
The Us ◽  
Wide Variability ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract Background Celiac disease (CD) is one of the most common gluten-related disorders. Although the only effective treatment is a strict gluten-free diet, doubts remain as to whether healthcare professionals take this restriction into consideration when prescribing and dispensing medicines to susceptible patients. This scoping review aimed to find out the current evidence for initiatives that either describe the gluten content of medicines or intend to raise awareness about the risk of prescribing and dispensing gluten-containing medicines in patients with CD and other gluten-related disorders. Methods A scoping review was conducted using three search strategies in PubMed/MEDLINE, TripDatabase and Web of Science in April 2021, following the PRISMA extension for scoping reviews (PRISMA-ScR). References from included articles were also examined. Two researchers screened the articles and results were classified according to their main characteristics and outcomes, which were grouped according to the PCC (Population, Concept and Context) framework. The initiatives described were classified into three targeted processes related to gluten-containing medicines: prescription, dispensation and both prescription and dispensation. Results We identified a total of 3146 records. After the elimination of duplicates, 3062 articles remained and ultimately 13 full texts were included in the narrative synthesis. Most studies were conducted in the US, followed by Canada and Australia, which each published one article. Most strategies were focused on increasing health professional’s knowledge of gluten-containing/gluten-free medications (n = 8), which were basically based on database development from manufacturer data. A wide variability between countries on provided information and labelling of gluten-containing medicines was found. Conclusion Initiatives regarding the presence of gluten in medicines, including, among others, support for prescribers, the definition of the role of pharmacists, and patients’ adherence problems due to incomplete labelling of the medicines, have been continuously developed and adapted to the different needs of patients. However, information is still scarce, and some aspects have not yet been considered, such as effectiveness for the practical use of solutions to support healthcare professionals.

scholarly journals Improving breastfeeding support through the implementation of the baby friendly hospital and community initiatives: a scoping review protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Aisling Walsh ◽  
Pieternella Pieterse ◽  
Zoe McCormack ◽  
Ellen Chirwa ◽  
Anne Matthews
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
World Health ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Breastfeeding Support ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Global Campaign ◽  
Scoping Reviews

Background: Improved breastfeeding practices have the potential to save the lives of over 823,000 children under 5 years old globally every year. Exclusively breastfeeding infants for the first six months would lead to the largest infant mortality reduction. The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) is a global campaign by the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), which promotes best practice to support breastfeeding in maternity services. The Baby-Friendly Community Initiative (BFCI) is an extension of the BHFI’s 10 th step of the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding and of the BFHI overall. Its focus is on community-based breastfeeding supports for women. There have been no known attempts to synthesise the overall body of evidence on the BFHI in recent years, and no synthesis of empirical research on the BFCI. This scoping review asks the question: what is known about the implementation of the BFHI and the BFCI globally? Methods and analysis: This scoping review will be conducted according to the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology for scoping reviews. Inclusion criteria will follow the Population, Concepts, Contexts approach. A data charting form will be developed and applied to all the included articles. Qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis will be undertaken. The PAGER (Patterns, Advances, Gaps, Evidence for practice and Research recommendations) methodological framework will be used to analyse and report review findings. Conclusion: This review will establish gaps in current evidence which will inform areas for future research in relation to this global initiative.

scholarly journals Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in preclinical research: A scoping review protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 61
Author(s):  
Pádraig Carroll ◽  
Adrian Dervan ◽  
Anthony Maher ◽  
Ciarán McCarthy ◽  
Ian Woods ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scoping Review ◽  
Public Involvement ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Patient And Public Involvement ◽  
The Body ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Advisory Panel ◽  
Preclinical Research ◽  
Scoping Reviews

Introduction: Patient and public involvement (PPI) aims to improve the quality, relevance, and appropriateness of research and ensure that it meets the needs and expectations of those affected by particular conditions to the greatest possible degree. The evidence base for the positive impact of PPI on clinical research continues to grow, but the role of PPI in preclinical research (an umbrella term encompassing ‘basic’, ‘fundamental’, ‘translational’ or ‘lab-based’ research) remains limited. As funding bodies and policymakers continue to increase emphasis on the relevance of PPI to preclinical research, it is timely to map the PPI literature to support preclinical researchers involving the public, patients, or other service users in their research. Therefore, the aim of this scoping review is to explore the literature on patient and public involvement in preclinical research from any discipline. Methods: This scoping review will search the literature in Medline (PubMed), Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus, and OpenGrey.net to explore the application of PPI in preclinical research. This review will follow the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) guidelines for scoping reviews. It will be reported according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR). Two reviewers will independently review articles for inclusion in the final review. Data extraction will be guided by the research questions. The PPI advisory panel will then collaboratively identify themes in the extracted data. Discussion: This scoping review will provide a map of current evidence surrounding preclinical PPI, and identify the body of literature on this topic, which has not been comprehensively reviewed to date. Findings will inform ongoing work of the research team, support the work of other preclinical researchers aiming to include PPI in their own research, and identify knowledge and practice gaps. Areas for future research will be identified.

scholarly journals Online patient feedback: a scoping review and stakeholder consultation to guide health policy

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-129 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne-Marie Boylan ◽  
Veronika Williams ◽  
John Powell
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Online Reviews ◽  
Care Quality ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Stakeholder Consultation ◽  
Patient Feedback ◽  
Current Evidence Base ◽  
Online Feedback

Objective To provide a synthesis of the current evidence base of online patient feedback using a scoping review and a consultation of stakeholders in England, UK. Methods We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, PsycINFO, CINAHL and the Social Science Citation Index and conducted hand searches up to January 2018. We included primary studies of internet-based reviews and other online feedback (e.g. social media and blogs) from patients, carers or the public about health care providers (individuals, services or organizations). Key findings were extracted and tabulated for further synthesis guided by the themes arising from a stakeholder consultation. Results The review found that awareness and usage of online feedback is increasing. Most feedback is about physicians, and is typically positive. Online reviews and ratings are used by some service users to inform choice of provider or treatment while providers tend to be concerned about the validity and representativeness of feedback. Reviewed studies found that those who post feedback are generally not representative of the general population, tending to be younger and more educated, but online feedback does broadly correlate with some other measures of health care quality. Conclusions In an increasingly digital society, where citizens provide and use feedback for a range of goods and services, online patient feedback can offer a convenient, low cost and widely accessible mechanism to capture experiences of health care, while being mindful to avoid issues of digital exclusion. This review provides important insights to inform policy development seeking to harness the opportunities offered by online feedback.

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