OT and Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in Low-Vision Service Delivery in Rural, Micropolitan, and Urban Practice Settings

2019 ◽  
Vol 73 (4_Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 7311505214p1
Author(s):  
Whitney Lucas Molitor ◽  
Diana Feldhacker
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Low Vision ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice

Addressing the Communication and Other Needs of Persons With Severe Disabilities Through Engaged Interprofessional Teams: Introduction to a Clinical Forum

2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-161 ◽  
Author(s):  
Billy T. Ogletree
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Effective Communication ◽  
Severe Disabilities ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Team Members ◽  
Interprofessional Teams ◽  
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice ◽  
Clinical Methodology

Purpose Interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) is introduced as a viable and preferred clinical methodology for speech-language pathologists and others serving persons with severe disabilities. Contributions to this clinical forum dedicated to IPCP and severe disabilities are described. Method This clinical focus article introduces IPCP and reviews literature specific to its origins and effectiveness, defines severe disabilities, and proposes IPCP as a vital tenet in effective communication-related and other service delivery for this population. Conclusion IPCP is supported as a recommended practice methodology for speech-language pathologists and other team members providing services to persons with severe disabilities.

scholarly journals Mary's Case: An Illustration of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice for a Child With Severe Disabilities

2017 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 217-226 ◽  
Author(s):  
Billy T. Ogletree ◽  
Nancy Brady ◽  
Susan Bruce ◽  
Evan Dean ◽  
MaryAnn Romski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Physical Therapy ◽  
Service Delivery ◽  
Young Adulthood ◽  
Severe Disabilities ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
Clinical Services ◽  
Speech Language Pathology ◽  
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice ◽  
Language Pathology

PurposeThe principles of interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) are illustrated through the case of Mary, a child with severe disabilities.MethodMary's experiences from early childhood to young adulthood are highlighted by both optimal and less-than-ideal examples of clinical services and collaborative practice. The range of collaboration illustrates potential variations in service delivery. Thematic comments and resources are provided by professionals experienced with and committed to IPCP who represent the following four disciplines: occupational therapy, physical therapy, special education, and speech-language pathology.ConclusionsAlthough potentially challenging, IPCP is a dynamic practice methodology appropriate for speech-language pathologists and others serving persons with severe disabilities.

scholarly journals Challenges to and Resources for Participation in Interprofessional Collaborative Practice: Perceptions of Collegiate Athletic Trainers

2019 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. 106-114
Author(s):  
Sarah A. Manspeaker ◽  
Dorice A. Hankemeier
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Interprofessional Education ◽  
Health Care Systems ◽  
Athletic Trainers ◽  
Health Care Team ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
College And University ◽  
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice ◽  
Care Systems ◽  
Collegiate Athletic Trainers

Context Health care systems are increasing their emphasis on interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP) as a necessary component to patient care. However, information regarding the challenges athletic trainers (ATs) perceive with respect to participating in IPCP is lacking. Objective To describe collegiate ATs' perceptions of challenges to and resources for participation in IPCP. Design Qualitative study. Setting College and university. Patients or Other Participants The response rate was 8% (513 ATs [234 men, 278 women, 1 preferred not to disclose sex], years in clinical practice = 10.69 ± 9.33). Data Collection and Analysis Responses to survey-based, open-ended questions were collected through Qualtrics. A general inductive qualitative approach was used to analyze data and establish relevant themes and categories for responses. Multianalyst coding and an external auditor confirmed coding saturation and assisted in triangulation. Results Challenges were reported in the areas of needing a defined IPCP team structure, respect for all involved health care parties, and concerns when continuity of care was compromised. Communication was reported as both a perceived challenge and a resource. Specific resources seen as beneficial to effective participation in IPCP included communication mechanisms such as shared patient health records and educational opportunities with individuals from other health care professions. Conclusions As ATs become more integrated into IPCP, they need to accurately describe and advocate their roles, understand the roles of others, and be open to the dynamic needs of team-based care. Development of continuing interprofessional education opportunities for all relevant members of the health care team can help to delineate roles more effectively and provide more streamlined care with the goal of improving patient outcomes.

Interprofessional Collaborative Practice and School Nursing: A Model for Improved Health Outcomes

2017 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Robin Fleming ◽  
Mayumi Willgerodt
Keyword(s):  
Case Management ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Interprofessional Education ◽  
Interprofessional Collaboration ◽  
Core Competencies ◽  
School Setting ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice

Effective communication, teamwork, and interprofessional collaboration, or teams of health and non-health professionals working together, are critical to improving the patient experience of care; improving population health; and reducing healthcare costs (i.e., the Triple Aim). In 2016, the Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) Expert Panel updated its Core Competencies for Interprofessional Collaborative Practice. As health professionals who collaborate with an extensive network of health and non-health professionals, school nurses embody the aims of interprofessional collaboration (IPC). This article briefly reviews the background of interprofessional collaboration and describes ways that school nurse practice aligns with IPC core competencies to incorporate interprofessional collaboration. We discuss successes, such as case management and care coordination, and include challenges to IPC in the school setting. In conclusion, through case management and collaborative care, school nurse expertise in effective IPC fosters knowledge through which core competencies can be strengthened, with benefits for both patients and other healthcare providers.

scholarly journals What do patients experience? Interprofessional collaborative practice for chronic conditions in primary care: an integrative review

2022 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandra R. Davidson ◽  
Jaimon Kelly ◽  
Lauren Ball ◽  
Mark Morgan ◽  
Dianne P. Reidlinger
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Chronic Conditions ◽  
Chronic Condition ◽  
Collaborative Practice ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Patient Role ◽  
Interprofessional Collaborative Practice ◽  
Sharing Space ◽  
Patients Experience

Abstract Background Improving the patient experience is one of the quadruple aims of healthcare. Therefore, understanding patient experiences and perceptions of healthcare interactions is paramount to quality improvement. This integrative review aimed to explore how patients with chronic conditions experience Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in primary care. Methods An integrative review was conducted to comprehensively synthesize primary studies that used qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods. Databases searched were Medline, Embase, CINAHL and Web of Science on June 1st, 2021. Eligible studies were empirical full-text studies in primary care that reported experiences or perceptions of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice by adult patients with a chronic condition, in any language published in any year. Quality appraisal was conducted on included studies using the Mixed Method Appraisal Tool. Data on patients’ experiences and perceptions of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in primary care were extracted, and findings were thematically analyzed through a meta-synthesis. Results Forty-eight (n = 48) studies met the inclusion criteria with a total of n = 3803 participants. Study quality of individual studies was limited by study design, incomplete reporting, and the potential for positive publication bias. Three themes and their sub-themes were developed inductively: (1) Interacting with Healthcare Teams, subthemes: widening the network, connecting with professionals, looking beyond the condition, and overcoming chronic condition collectively; (2) Valuing Convenient Healthcare, subthemes: sharing space and time, care planning creates structure, coordinating care, valuing the general practitioner role, and affording healthcare; (3) Engaging Self-care, subthemes: engaging passively is circumstantial, and, engaging actively and leading care. Conclusions Patients overwhelmingly had positive experiences of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice, signaling it is appropriate for chronic condition management in primary care. The patient role in managing their chronic condition was closely linked to their experience. Future studies should investigate how the patient role impacts the experience of patients, carers, and health professionals in this context. Systematic review registration PROSPERO: CRD42020156536.

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