This document summarizes a study on the involvement of nurses in HIV policy development in Nyanza Province, Kenya.
1. The study found that nurses are involved in policy development at local and district levels but their involvement is still minimal at provincial and national levels. Linkages and collaborations with other organizations provided the greatest benefit.
2. Nurses perceived they were more involved in policy implementation than formulation due to lack of knowledge and skills. They also lacked confidence to participate.
3. Benefits of involvement included improved nursing care, support from workplaces, and relationships built with other health professions through collaborations. Linkages were formed with government departments, NGOs, communities, and learning institutions.
Barriers to Access Quality Healthcare Services among Physically Challenged Pe...Premier Publishers
This study examined barriers to accessing quality healthcare among physically challenged persons in Gem Sub County, Siaya County, Kenya. The researchers conducted a cross-sectional study using questionnaires with 108 physically challenged individuals. The results showed that environmental accessibility of hospitals, their locations, and infrastructure leading to the hospitals greatly influenced the ability of physically challenged persons to access healthcare. All healthcare facilities were not adequately equipped to handle people with disabilities. Healthcare system-related factors like distance to facilities, awareness of services, and staff attitudes negatively influenced access to quality care for physically challenged persons in Gem Sub County. The combination of these barriers created significant obstacles for physically challenged persons to overcome in accessing needed healthcare services.
National Frontier & Rural ATTC Telehealth Foundation Presentationmikewilhelm
This document summarizes a training event on telehealth for expanding access to addiction treatment services. It discusses how over half the US land area is rural with limited access to treatment. Telehealth uses technology to provide healthcare from a distance and includes videoconferencing, web and mobile-based programs. Research shows telehealth is effective for mental health and can enhance treatment. The document reviews different telehealth technologies and their applications in addiction treatment including videoconferencing, computer-based programs, web-based screenings and support, and telephone-based continuing care. Privacy, security and licensing are important considerations for telehealth.
Community perspectives on task-shifting/ sharing: a multi-country survey to i...gnpplus
This document summarizes the results of a global survey on community perspectives regarding task-shifting of HIV services from doctors to nurses and community health workers. The survey received responses from over 1000 people in 122 countries. While most respondents supported task-shifting if nurses and health workers received proper training, their views differed on which specific tasks should be shifted. Respondents identified lack of training, inadequate pay, and unsupportive policies as barriers to effective task-shifting. The survey provided insights into community acceptance of task-shifting but had limitations due to its online format and non-random sampling.
The document discusses essential components for transforming healthcare delivery systems. It identifies leadership, collaboration, balancing regulation and creativity, health information systems, and research as key elements. It provides examples of research studying the adoption of evidence-based practices and the impact of interventions on outcomes like costs, falls, and pain management.
INFLUENCE OF HEALTH SERVICE PROVIDER COMPETENCY ON UTILIZATION OF UNIVERSAL H...Premier Publishers
This study assessed the influence of healthcare provider competency on universal health coverage utilization in Seme Sub-County, Kenya. A cross-sectional study was conducted using a sample of 377 community members and 8 health facility managers. Logistic regression found that healthcare provider competency statistically influenced utilization of universal health coverage. Respondents who perceived that providers had adequate health knowledge were over twice as likely to use universal health coverage services. Those who experienced misdiagnosis were half as likely to solely rely on universal health coverage. Most respondents agreed that providers had sufficient knowledge, though some raised concerns about competency in pharmacy departments due to staffing shortages. In conclusion, healthcare provider competency levels significantly impact utilization of universal health coverage.
Apa format…450 words each. please include biblical integration. a AASTHA76
The document discusses the roles and functions of health informatics (HI) professionals. It covers several key points:
1. HI professionals are responsible for collecting, storing, organizing, and managing health data to improve healthcare services. Their roles require technical skills with health information systems, clinical knowledge of medical processes, and administrative skills.
2. Proper education and training are needed to build the clinical competence required for various HI roles. Experience and graduate-level education are important for advancing to higher positions.
3. HI professionals play critical roles on healthcare teams by ensuring standardized data, analyzing collected information, and supporting quality patient care through the use of technology.
2 why did you decide to pursue a baccalaureate degree in nursinAASTHA76
This survey asked 65 nurses about their reasons for pursuing a baccalaureate degree in nursing. It identified six main themes in their responses: desire to help others, lifelong dream of being a nurse, ability to advance their career, availability of jobs, earning potential, and loss of a previous job. However, the summary does not provide details about the level of measurement used in the study or how frequently each theme was reported. This information is important for determining what descriptive statistics are most appropriate.
Barriers to Access Quality Healthcare Services among Physically Challenged Pe...Premier Publishers
This study examined barriers to accessing quality healthcare among physically challenged persons in Gem Sub County, Siaya County, Kenya. The researchers conducted a cross-sectional study using questionnaires with 108 physically challenged individuals. The results showed that environmental accessibility of hospitals, their locations, and infrastructure leading to the hospitals greatly influenced the ability of physically challenged persons to access healthcare. All healthcare facilities were not adequately equipped to handle people with disabilities. Healthcare system-related factors like distance to facilities, awareness of services, and staff attitudes negatively influenced access to quality care for physically challenged persons in Gem Sub County. The combination of these barriers created significant obstacles for physically challenged persons to overcome in accessing needed healthcare services.
National Frontier & Rural ATTC Telehealth Foundation Presentationmikewilhelm
This document summarizes a training event on telehealth for expanding access to addiction treatment services. It discusses how over half the US land area is rural with limited access to treatment. Telehealth uses technology to provide healthcare from a distance and includes videoconferencing, web and mobile-based programs. Research shows telehealth is effective for mental health and can enhance treatment. The document reviews different telehealth technologies and their applications in addiction treatment including videoconferencing, computer-based programs, web-based screenings and support, and telephone-based continuing care. Privacy, security and licensing are important considerations for telehealth.
Community perspectives on task-shifting/ sharing: a multi-country survey to i...gnpplus
This document summarizes the results of a global survey on community perspectives regarding task-shifting of HIV services from doctors to nurses and community health workers. The survey received responses from over 1000 people in 122 countries. While most respondents supported task-shifting if nurses and health workers received proper training, their views differed on which specific tasks should be shifted. Respondents identified lack of training, inadequate pay, and unsupportive policies as barriers to effective task-shifting. The survey provided insights into community acceptance of task-shifting but had limitations due to its online format and non-random sampling.
The document discusses essential components for transforming healthcare delivery systems. It identifies leadership, collaboration, balancing regulation and creativity, health information systems, and research as key elements. It provides examples of research studying the adoption of evidence-based practices and the impact of interventions on outcomes like costs, falls, and pain management.
INFLUENCE OF HEALTH SERVICE PROVIDER COMPETENCY ON UTILIZATION OF UNIVERSAL H...Premier Publishers
This study assessed the influence of healthcare provider competency on universal health coverage utilization in Seme Sub-County, Kenya. A cross-sectional study was conducted using a sample of 377 community members and 8 health facility managers. Logistic regression found that healthcare provider competency statistically influenced utilization of universal health coverage. Respondents who perceived that providers had adequate health knowledge were over twice as likely to use universal health coverage services. Those who experienced misdiagnosis were half as likely to solely rely on universal health coverage. Most respondents agreed that providers had sufficient knowledge, though some raised concerns about competency in pharmacy departments due to staffing shortages. In conclusion, healthcare provider competency levels significantly impact utilization of universal health coverage.
Apa format…450 words each. please include biblical integration. a AASTHA76
The document discusses the roles and functions of health informatics (HI) professionals. It covers several key points:
1. HI professionals are responsible for collecting, storing, organizing, and managing health data to improve healthcare services. Their roles require technical skills with health information systems, clinical knowledge of medical processes, and administrative skills.
2. Proper education and training are needed to build the clinical competence required for various HI roles. Experience and graduate-level education are important for advancing to higher positions.
3. HI professionals play critical roles on healthcare teams by ensuring standardized data, analyzing collected information, and supporting quality patient care through the use of technology.
2 why did you decide to pursue a baccalaureate degree in nursinAASTHA76
This survey asked 65 nurses about their reasons for pursuing a baccalaureate degree in nursing. It identified six main themes in their responses: desire to help others, lifelong dream of being a nurse, ability to advance their career, availability of jobs, earning potential, and loss of a previous job. However, the summary does not provide details about the level of measurement used in the study or how frequently each theme was reported. This information is important for determining what descriptive statistics are most appropriate.
Steve Shortell: Integrated care: Policy and evidenceNuffield Trust
This document discusses integrated care and provides evidence in support of more integrated models of care delivery. It makes three key points:
1) Current healthcare systems often fail to provide integrated care for patients with chronic conditions who require care from both primary physicians and hospitals. Effective coordination of this care can result in better outcomes and lower costs.
2) Integrated delivery systems (IDS) that provide coordinated, team-based care show promise in improving quality of care and health outcomes, especially for patients with chronic conditions. The Veterans Health Administration and Kaiser Permanente are cited as examples of high performing IDS models.
3) Evidence suggests that use of elements of the Chronic Care Model, such as patient registries, self
Leading change in healthcare- thesis_Mulondo_160601jerry mulondo
This document summarizes Jerry Mulondo's master's thesis which explored leadership approaches associated with positive change in healthcare. The thesis used narrative analysis of interviews with 19 physician leaders in Sweden. Five major themes were identified: an evidence-informed and problem-focused approach; driving goals from the front; leaders as facilitators; vision guiding leadership; and principles guiding leadership. These themes were linked to leadership theories. The study found that leadership development programs should draw from various leadership theories and develop capabilities for data-informed change processes. Further research is needed on physician leadership and the factors affecting leadership style choices in different healthcare settings.
Delivering community-led integrated HIV and sexual and reproductive health services for sex workers: A mixed methods evaluation of the DIFFER study in Mysore, South India
This document summarizes a study on supporting physician participation in quality improvement initiatives at Providence HealthCare. The study found that physician engagement and collaboration in quality initiatives is challenging. Through a literature review and action research with physicians, the study identified barriers like lack of time and non-collaborative leadership. Key findings included the importance of early communication, relationships, and integrated work environments. The study concluded that current physician remuneration and recognition structures discourage participation. Recommendations focused on inviting physician leaders early, building teamwork, and considering compensation for quality involvement. Implementing small, persistent steps could help integrate these changes and improve physician participation in quality initiatives over time.
Submission ide 41d14985 d484-4305-976f-c8858ad6647630 sirock73
This reflective journal discusses knowledge and skills gained during a Professional Capstone and Practicum course. It covers topics like new nursing practice approaches using evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, healthcare delivery systems, ethical considerations, culturally sensitive care, ensuring human dignity, population health concerns, the role of technology in healthcare, health policy, leadership models, health disparities, and conclusion. The course helped students acquire practical skills and knowledge applicable to nursing practice.
Spotlight Webinar: Applying a health equity lens to program planningHealth Evidence™
This document summarizes a webinar on applying a health equity lens to program planning. The webinar introduced a community planning tool developed by Fraser Health to help incorporate equity considerations into public health program design. It provided an overview of the tool's 7 steps and 2 case studies of the tool in use. City of Delta and Fraser Health's South Asian Health Institute discussed how using the tool surfaced inequities and engaged partners and community. Key themes were serving disadvantaged groups, acknowledging strengths, building community capacity, and eliminating barriers. The tool is meant to supplement existing processes and support learning to apply an equity lens.
This document discusses the potential for electronic data capture in community health research and development. It notes that nurses are becoming major contributors of electronically captured data, but that the data is often interpreted and used in ways removed from its original purpose. It outlines six domains where increased data transparency could impact: accountability, choice, productivity, care quality, social innovation and economic growth. However, it stresses the importance of nurses actively participating in and influencing how this data is captured, interpreted and used.
This document summarizes research on worksite wellness programs conducted over several decades. It discusses:
1. Studies implemented in over 100 worksites of various sizes, reaching over 100,000 people and achieving participation rates of 75% or more. These studies reduced cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks by 50% or more.
2. Later research tested different models of worksite wellness programs and found that programs offering personal outreach, counseling, and ongoing follow-up achieved greater improvements in health risks like high blood pressure than programs relying only on health education.
3. Subsequent studies confirmed that worksite programs can effectively address health issues like alcohol use when they incorporate screening, individual outreach, and a
4 replies one for each claudiamajor disasters and emeAASTHA76
This document discusses health policies and their impact on nursing practice, particularly during disasters and emergencies. It notes that health policies provide guidelines for patient care during normal times and can act as a "guiding light" during abnormal situations like disasters. Nurses must be trained on protocols and have a general understanding of what to do in emergencies in order to respond rapidly and effectively. The document also emphasizes that nurses should feel confident in their actions during emergencies and that their experiences can help inform future health policies.
Consumer health informatics for people who use AAC: Views on e-health records...Bronwyn Hemsley
Paper presented at the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC) Biennial Conference in Toronto, Canada, August 8th to 12th 2016.
Informatics and nursing 2015 2016.odette richardsOdette Richards
This document summarizes a literature review of research papers in clinical informatics and digital health in nursing from 2015-2016. It describes the search strategy and criteria for including papers, which resulted in 73 papers being shortlisted. Of these, 5 top papers were chosen that either identified gaps in the literature or demonstrated improved patient care through digital health innovations. The document discusses each of these 5 papers and their relevance. It concludes with recommendations and limitations of the literature review.
The document outlines the capstone project process for a nursing student at Indiana Wesleyan University. It includes a problem statement aiming to decrease work stressors for nursing staff at Cincinnati Children's Hospital's bone marrow transplant unit through a resiliency training program. It then provides background information on nursing stress and the impact of resiliency training. Finally, it outlines the activities and timeline for the capstone project, including developing pre/post-tests and an educational presentation on stress management and delivering it to nursing staff.
The document discusses a study of medical student cohorts from schools aiming for social accountability. The schools used selection strategies like quotas for underserved populations and evaluating personal attributes. Their student populations more closely matched local populations compared to traditional schools. Students from rural areas were more likely to intend working with underserved groups. Following graduates' actual practice is needed to assess the impact of selection strategies on health workforce distribution.
Physiotherapists in primary care in the Republic of Ireland were surveyed about their assessment and management of lifestyle risk factors. The survey found that physiotherapists most commonly assessed physical activity levels, followed by dietary status. Few assessed smoking status or alcohol consumption. The main barriers to assessing these factors were lack of time, limited knowledge and expertise, and a perception that it was not part of their role. The study highlights opportunities for physiotherapists to play a greater role in addressing lifestyle risk factors through more systematic assessment and management. Training is needed to help overcome barriers identified in the survey.
The document discusses primary health care (PHC) and its importance in the Canadian health system. It outlines the key principles of PHC, including accessibility, public participation, health promotion, appropriate technology, and intersectoral cooperation. While primary care focuses on clinical services and treatment, PHC takes a more holistic approach to consider various social and environmental factors that influence health. The Canadian Nurses Association has advocated for a health system based on PHC and involved nurses in various initiatives to better integrate PHC in practice.
This workshop will expose clinicians and administrators to research-based technology-assisted care interventions that practitioners can add to their tool kit to complement treatment services. Technology-based care is a rapidly evolving field that may: use different formats, such as audio, video, animations, and/or other multimedia; be customized to patients; and be web-based and accessed using computers, tablets, or smart phones. The presenter will provide an introduction to technology-assisted care and show case at least two interventions for substance abuse treatment providers.
Chronic diseases account for $93 billion annually in Canada to manage. Despite this spending, 12% of Canadians report being unsatisfied with healthcare quality, posing a challenge for policymakers. The document proposes several projects to identify effective interventions for improving primary care practices and outcomes for patients with chronic conditions. It will analyze policies across Canadian provinces to better integrate health, social, and community services and identify best practices. It will also evaluate tools to screen for social determinants of health and characterize high healthcare users.
Enhancing the quality of life for palliative care cancer patients in Indonesi...UniversitasGadjahMada
Palliative care in Indonesia is problematic because of cultural and socio-economic factors. Family in Indonesia is an integral part of caregiving process in inpatient and outpatient settings. However, most families are not adequately prepared to deliver basic care for their sick family member. This research is a pilot project aiming to evaluate how basic skills training (BST) given to family caregivers could enhance the quality of life (QoL) of palliative care cancer patients in Indonesia. The study is a prospective quantitative with pre and post-test design. Thirty family caregivers of cancer patients were trained in basic skills including showering, washing hair, assisting for fecal and urinary elimination and oral care, as well as feeding at bedside. Patients’ QoL were measured at baseline and 4 weeks after training using EORTC QLQ C30. Hypothesis testing was done using related samples Wilcoxon Signed Rank. A paired t-test and one-way ANOVA were used to check in which subgroups was the intervention more significant. The intervention showed a significant change in patients’ global health status/QoL, emotional and social functioning, pain, fatigue, dyspnea, insomnia, appetite loss, constipation and financial hardship of the patients. Male patient’s had a significant effect on global health status (qol) (p = 0.030); female patients had a significant effect on dyspnea (p = 0.050) and constipation (p = 0.038). Younger patients had a significant effect in global health status/ QoL (p = 0.002). Patients between 45 and 54 years old had significant effect on financial issue (p = 0.039). Caregivers between 45 and 54 years old had significant effect on patients’ dyspnea (p = 0.031). Thus, it is concluded that basic skills training for family caregivers provided some changes in some aspects of QoL of palliative cancer patients. The intervention showed promises in maintaining the QoL of cancer patients considering socioeconomic
and cultural challenges in the provision of palliative care in Indonesia.
Physician shortages in Canada have been a topic of debate for decades. In the 1990s, there was a consensus that Canada had a physician surplus, but by the early 2000s policies shifted to increasing medical school enrolment and allowing more foreign graduates due to a perceived shortage. However, the causes of shortages are complex, with factors like physician migration to the US and preferences for specialty careers over family medicine contributing. While some argue for general increases in physician supply, others propose improving retention through addressing job satisfaction or focusing on primary care over specialties. There are differing views on how to best address physician resource issues in the Canadian healthcare system.
A theory of efficiency for managing the marketing executives in nigerian banksAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study examining efficiency in managing marketing executives in Nigerian banks. The study was examined through the lenses of Kaizen theory (continuous improvement) and efficiency theory. A survey of 303 marketing executives from Nigerian banks found that management plays a key role in identifying and implementing efficiency improvements. The document recommends adopting a "3H grand strategy" to improve the heads, hearts, and hands of management and marketing executives by enhancing their knowledge, attitudes, and tools.
A therapy for physical and mental fitness of school childrenAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study on the importance of exercise in maintaining physical and mental fitness for school children. It discusses how physical and mental fitness are developed through participation in regular physical exercises and cannot be achieved solely through classroom learning. The document outlines different types and components of fitness and argues that developing fitness should be a key objective of education systems. It recommends that schools ensure pupils engage in graded physical activities and exercises to support their overall development.
Steve Shortell: Integrated care: Policy and evidenceNuffield Trust
This document discusses integrated care and provides evidence in support of more integrated models of care delivery. It makes three key points:
1) Current healthcare systems often fail to provide integrated care for patients with chronic conditions who require care from both primary physicians and hospitals. Effective coordination of this care can result in better outcomes and lower costs.
2) Integrated delivery systems (IDS) that provide coordinated, team-based care show promise in improving quality of care and health outcomes, especially for patients with chronic conditions. The Veterans Health Administration and Kaiser Permanente are cited as examples of high performing IDS models.
3) Evidence suggests that use of elements of the Chronic Care Model, such as patient registries, self
Leading change in healthcare- thesis_Mulondo_160601jerry mulondo
This document summarizes Jerry Mulondo's master's thesis which explored leadership approaches associated with positive change in healthcare. The thesis used narrative analysis of interviews with 19 physician leaders in Sweden. Five major themes were identified: an evidence-informed and problem-focused approach; driving goals from the front; leaders as facilitators; vision guiding leadership; and principles guiding leadership. These themes were linked to leadership theories. The study found that leadership development programs should draw from various leadership theories and develop capabilities for data-informed change processes. Further research is needed on physician leadership and the factors affecting leadership style choices in different healthcare settings.
Delivering community-led integrated HIV and sexual and reproductive health services for sex workers: A mixed methods evaluation of the DIFFER study in Mysore, South India
This document summarizes a study on supporting physician participation in quality improvement initiatives at Providence HealthCare. The study found that physician engagement and collaboration in quality initiatives is challenging. Through a literature review and action research with physicians, the study identified barriers like lack of time and non-collaborative leadership. Key findings included the importance of early communication, relationships, and integrated work environments. The study concluded that current physician remuneration and recognition structures discourage participation. Recommendations focused on inviting physician leaders early, building teamwork, and considering compensation for quality involvement. Implementing small, persistent steps could help integrate these changes and improve physician participation in quality initiatives over time.
Submission ide 41d14985 d484-4305-976f-c8858ad6647630 sirock73
This reflective journal discusses knowledge and skills gained during a Professional Capstone and Practicum course. It covers topics like new nursing practice approaches using evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, healthcare delivery systems, ethical considerations, culturally sensitive care, ensuring human dignity, population health concerns, the role of technology in healthcare, health policy, leadership models, health disparities, and conclusion. The course helped students acquire practical skills and knowledge applicable to nursing practice.
Spotlight Webinar: Applying a health equity lens to program planningHealth Evidence™
This document summarizes a webinar on applying a health equity lens to program planning. The webinar introduced a community planning tool developed by Fraser Health to help incorporate equity considerations into public health program design. It provided an overview of the tool's 7 steps and 2 case studies of the tool in use. City of Delta and Fraser Health's South Asian Health Institute discussed how using the tool surfaced inequities and engaged partners and community. Key themes were serving disadvantaged groups, acknowledging strengths, building community capacity, and eliminating barriers. The tool is meant to supplement existing processes and support learning to apply an equity lens.
This document discusses the potential for electronic data capture in community health research and development. It notes that nurses are becoming major contributors of electronically captured data, but that the data is often interpreted and used in ways removed from its original purpose. It outlines six domains where increased data transparency could impact: accountability, choice, productivity, care quality, social innovation and economic growth. However, it stresses the importance of nurses actively participating in and influencing how this data is captured, interpreted and used.
This document summarizes research on worksite wellness programs conducted over several decades. It discusses:
1. Studies implemented in over 100 worksites of various sizes, reaching over 100,000 people and achieving participation rates of 75% or more. These studies reduced cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks by 50% or more.
2. Later research tested different models of worksite wellness programs and found that programs offering personal outreach, counseling, and ongoing follow-up achieved greater improvements in health risks like high blood pressure than programs relying only on health education.
3. Subsequent studies confirmed that worksite programs can effectively address health issues like alcohol use when they incorporate screening, individual outreach, and a
4 replies one for each claudiamajor disasters and emeAASTHA76
This document discusses health policies and their impact on nursing practice, particularly during disasters and emergencies. It notes that health policies provide guidelines for patient care during normal times and can act as a "guiding light" during abnormal situations like disasters. Nurses must be trained on protocols and have a general understanding of what to do in emergencies in order to respond rapidly and effectively. The document also emphasizes that nurses should feel confident in their actions during emergencies and that their experiences can help inform future health policies.
Consumer health informatics for people who use AAC: Views on e-health records...Bronwyn Hemsley
Paper presented at the International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC) Biennial Conference in Toronto, Canada, August 8th to 12th 2016.
Informatics and nursing 2015 2016.odette richardsOdette Richards
This document summarizes a literature review of research papers in clinical informatics and digital health in nursing from 2015-2016. It describes the search strategy and criteria for including papers, which resulted in 73 papers being shortlisted. Of these, 5 top papers were chosen that either identified gaps in the literature or demonstrated improved patient care through digital health innovations. The document discusses each of these 5 papers and their relevance. It concludes with recommendations and limitations of the literature review.
The document outlines the capstone project process for a nursing student at Indiana Wesleyan University. It includes a problem statement aiming to decrease work stressors for nursing staff at Cincinnati Children's Hospital's bone marrow transplant unit through a resiliency training program. It then provides background information on nursing stress and the impact of resiliency training. Finally, it outlines the activities and timeline for the capstone project, including developing pre/post-tests and an educational presentation on stress management and delivering it to nursing staff.
The document discusses a study of medical student cohorts from schools aiming for social accountability. The schools used selection strategies like quotas for underserved populations and evaluating personal attributes. Their student populations more closely matched local populations compared to traditional schools. Students from rural areas were more likely to intend working with underserved groups. Following graduates' actual practice is needed to assess the impact of selection strategies on health workforce distribution.
Physiotherapists in primary care in the Republic of Ireland were surveyed about their assessment and management of lifestyle risk factors. The survey found that physiotherapists most commonly assessed physical activity levels, followed by dietary status. Few assessed smoking status or alcohol consumption. The main barriers to assessing these factors were lack of time, limited knowledge and expertise, and a perception that it was not part of their role. The study highlights opportunities for physiotherapists to play a greater role in addressing lifestyle risk factors through more systematic assessment and management. Training is needed to help overcome barriers identified in the survey.
The document discusses primary health care (PHC) and its importance in the Canadian health system. It outlines the key principles of PHC, including accessibility, public participation, health promotion, appropriate technology, and intersectoral cooperation. While primary care focuses on clinical services and treatment, PHC takes a more holistic approach to consider various social and environmental factors that influence health. The Canadian Nurses Association has advocated for a health system based on PHC and involved nurses in various initiatives to better integrate PHC in practice.
This workshop will expose clinicians and administrators to research-based technology-assisted care interventions that practitioners can add to their tool kit to complement treatment services. Technology-based care is a rapidly evolving field that may: use different formats, such as audio, video, animations, and/or other multimedia; be customized to patients; and be web-based and accessed using computers, tablets, or smart phones. The presenter will provide an introduction to technology-assisted care and show case at least two interventions for substance abuse treatment providers.
Chronic diseases account for $93 billion annually in Canada to manage. Despite this spending, 12% of Canadians report being unsatisfied with healthcare quality, posing a challenge for policymakers. The document proposes several projects to identify effective interventions for improving primary care practices and outcomes for patients with chronic conditions. It will analyze policies across Canadian provinces to better integrate health, social, and community services and identify best practices. It will also evaluate tools to screen for social determinants of health and characterize high healthcare users.
Enhancing the quality of life for palliative care cancer patients in Indonesi...UniversitasGadjahMada
Palliative care in Indonesia is problematic because of cultural and socio-economic factors. Family in Indonesia is an integral part of caregiving process in inpatient and outpatient settings. However, most families are not adequately prepared to deliver basic care for their sick family member. This research is a pilot project aiming to evaluate how basic skills training (BST) given to family caregivers could enhance the quality of life (QoL) of palliative care cancer patients in Indonesia. The study is a prospective quantitative with pre and post-test design. Thirty family caregivers of cancer patients were trained in basic skills including showering, washing hair, assisting for fecal and urinary elimination and oral care, as well as feeding at bedside. Patients’ QoL were measured at baseline and 4 weeks after training using EORTC QLQ C30. Hypothesis testing was done using related samples Wilcoxon Signed Rank. A paired t-test and one-way ANOVA were used to check in which subgroups was the intervention more significant. The intervention showed a significant change in patients’ global health status/QoL, emotional and social functioning, pain, fatigue, dyspnea, insomnia, appetite loss, constipation and financial hardship of the patients. Male patient’s had a significant effect on global health status (qol) (p = 0.030); female patients had a significant effect on dyspnea (p = 0.050) and constipation (p = 0.038). Younger patients had a significant effect in global health status/ QoL (p = 0.002). Patients between 45 and 54 years old had significant effect on financial issue (p = 0.039). Caregivers between 45 and 54 years old had significant effect on patients’ dyspnea (p = 0.031). Thus, it is concluded that basic skills training for family caregivers provided some changes in some aspects of QoL of palliative cancer patients. The intervention showed promises in maintaining the QoL of cancer patients considering socioeconomic
and cultural challenges in the provision of palliative care in Indonesia.
Physician shortages in Canada have been a topic of debate for decades. In the 1990s, there was a consensus that Canada had a physician surplus, but by the early 2000s policies shifted to increasing medical school enrolment and allowing more foreign graduates due to a perceived shortage. However, the causes of shortages are complex, with factors like physician migration to the US and preferences for specialty careers over family medicine contributing. While some argue for general increases in physician supply, others propose improving retention through addressing job satisfaction or focusing on primary care over specialties. There are differing views on how to best address physician resource issues in the Canadian healthcare system.
A theory of efficiency for managing the marketing executives in nigerian banksAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study examining efficiency in managing marketing executives in Nigerian banks. The study was examined through the lenses of Kaizen theory (continuous improvement) and efficiency theory. A survey of 303 marketing executives from Nigerian banks found that management plays a key role in identifying and implementing efficiency improvements. The document recommends adopting a "3H grand strategy" to improve the heads, hearts, and hands of management and marketing executives by enhancing their knowledge, attitudes, and tools.
A therapy for physical and mental fitness of school childrenAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study on the importance of exercise in maintaining physical and mental fitness for school children. It discusses how physical and mental fitness are developed through participation in regular physical exercises and cannot be achieved solely through classroom learning. The document outlines different types and components of fitness and argues that developing fitness should be a key objective of education systems. It recommends that schools ensure pupils engage in graded physical activities and exercises to support their overall development.
A transformational generative approach towards understanding al-istifhamAlexander Decker
This document discusses a transformational-generative approach to understanding Al-Istifham, which refers to interrogative sentences in Arabic. It begins with an introduction to the origin and development of Arabic grammar. The paper then explains the theoretical framework of transformational-generative grammar that is used. Basic linguistic concepts and terms related to Arabic grammar are defined. The document analyzes how interrogative sentences in Arabic can be derived and transformed via tools from transformational-generative grammar, categorizing Al-Istifham into linguistic and literary questions.
A time series analysis of the determinants of savings in namibiaAlexander Decker
This document summarizes a study on the determinants of savings in Namibia from 1991 to 2012. It reviews previous literature on savings determinants in developing countries. The study uses time series analysis including unit root tests, cointegration, and error correction models to analyze the relationship between savings and variables like income, inflation, population growth, deposit rates, and financial deepening in Namibia. The results found inflation and income have a positive impact on savings, while population growth negatively impacts savings. Deposit rates and financial deepening were found to have no significant impact. The study reinforces previous work and emphasizes the importance of improving income levels to achieve higher savings rates in Namibia.
A trends of salmonella and antibiotic resistanceAlexander Decker
This document provides a review of trends in Salmonella and antibiotic resistance. It begins with an introduction to Salmonella as a facultative anaerobe that causes nontyphoidal salmonellosis. The emergence of antimicrobial-resistant Salmonella is then discussed. The document proceeds to cover the historical perspective and classification of Salmonella, definitions of antimicrobials and antibiotic resistance, and mechanisms of antibiotic resistance in Salmonella including modification or destruction of antimicrobial agents, efflux pumps, modification of antibiotic targets, and decreased membrane permeability. Specific resistance mechanisms are discussed for several classes of antimicrobials.
A unique common fixed point theorems in generalized dAlexander Decker
This document presents definitions and properties related to generalized D*-metric spaces and establishes some common fixed point theorems for contractive type mappings in these spaces. It begins by introducing D*-metric spaces and generalized D*-metric spaces, defines concepts like convergence and Cauchy sequences. It presents lemmas showing the uniqueness of limits in these spaces and the equivalence of different definitions of convergence. The goal of the paper is then stated as obtaining a unique common fixed point theorem for generalized D*-metric spaces.
A universal model for managing the marketing executives in nigerian banksAlexander Decker
This document discusses a study that aimed to synthesize motivation theories into a universal model for managing marketing executives in Nigerian banks. The study was guided by Maslow and McGregor's theories. A sample of 303 marketing executives was used. The results showed that managers will be most effective at motivating marketing executives if they consider individual needs and create challenging but attainable goals. The emerged model suggests managers should provide job satisfaction by tailoring assignments to abilities and monitoring performance with feedback. This addresses confusion faced by Nigerian bank managers in determining effective motivation strategies.
Abnormalities of hormones and inflammatory cytokines in women affected with p...Alexander Decker
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Evidence Translation and Change
Week 7
What are the common barriers to evidence translation in addressing this problem?
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What strategies might you adopt to be aware of new evidence?
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Reply 1The health care system began from the local level and was.docxcarlt4
Reply 1
The health care system began from the local level and was provided to the general population. Understanding the health care system at the local level is very important while considering the implementation of evidence-based practice because it requires various resources like workforce, financial assistance, and collaboration with other stakeholders. When we implement EBP, it is crucial to have well-trained, skilled health care professionals such as doctors, nurses, and another multidisciplinary team to have an effective result. This is the long run, will assist in promoting the significance of using evidence-based practice. Another critical factor is understanding the culture of the healthcare system for planning and implementing EBP and understanding the leadership of the local health care system. In their study, Klein et al. (2017) discuss how important it was to understand their local healthcare system. The city council of Stockton attempted to combat childhood obesity by forcing restaurants serving children's meals to serve water or low-fat milk as the default beverage rather than soda or chocolate milk. The public health agency also provides financial incentives to neighborhood retailers to sell vegetables from the region's many farms.
For my change project on patient safety, since it involves the transition of care from inpatient to outpatient and partial hospitalization programs, I would consider involving families, local communities, and other healthcare agencies. Because nurses like to get knowledge from their peers and via social contacts, having a core group in conjunction with change champions can aid with practice change implementation. A core group is a small group of practitioners who share the purpose of distributing knowledge about a practice change and assisting other unit members in making the change. Another critical factor to consider is that individuals do not abuse their freedom and violate established boundaries, particularly those that control people's health, safety, and cultural beliefs.
Reference
Klein. S, Hosteller. M and McCarthy. D (2017),
All Health Care Is Local, Revisited: What Does It Take to Improve
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https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/other-publication/2017/sep/all-health-care-local-revisited-what-does-it-take-
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Before implementing any changes locally based on Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), it is essential to consider what resources are available locally. Effective understanding of healthcare system at the local level is essential in planning the implementation of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) model for various reasons. Firstly, the implementation of EBP needs different resources at these levels. These include enough human capital and monetary funding. Skilled human capital is essential since it provides expertise and leadership necessary in implementing EBP (Warren et al., 2016). Implementing EBP requires skilled nurses, physicians, and other he.
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Improving practice through evidence not only helps lower healthcare improve.docxwrite4
- Improving healthcare practices through evidence-based research can help lower costs, improve outcomes and safety, and increase job satisfaction for medical professionals.
- It is important to disseminate information about evidence-based practices in order to advance the healthcare system, though it often takes years for research results to be implemented in practice.
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- There is a need for a more collaborative business model between EPE and programs to better integrate epidemiology, evaluation and programmatic expertise from the beginning of planning through implementation and evaluation.
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1) The document discusses agenda setting in the policy process and how clinical practice issues can be moved onto organizational agendas.
2) It provides required readings on stakeholder engagement, policy briefs, nursing advocacy, and research usefulness for policymaking.
3) Readers are asked to identify a clinical practice issue for their organization's agenda, stakeholders interested in the issue, and strategies to inform and persuade stakeholders of the issue's importance.
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Introduction viii
Audience and Purpose 1
Contents 1
Part 1: Foundations of Theory in Health Promotion and Health Behavior 3
Why Is Theory Important to Health Promotion and Health Behavior Practice? 4
What Is Theory? 4
How Can Theory Help Plan Effective Programs? 4
Explanatory Theory and Change Theory 5
Fitting Theory to the Field of Practice 5
Using Theory to Address Health Issues in Diverse Populations 7
Part 2: Theories and Applications 9
The Ecological Perspective: A Multilevel, Interactive Approach 10
Theoretical Explanations of Three Levels of Influence 12
Individual or Intrapersonal Level 12
Health Belief Model 13
Stages of Change Model 15
Theory of Planned Behavior 16
Precaution Adoption Process Model 18
Interpersonal Level 19
Social Cognitive Theory 19
Community Level 22
Community Organization and Other Participatory Models 23
Diffusion of Innovations 27
Communication Theory 29
Media Effects 30
Agenda Setting 30
New Communication Technologies 31
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1. Research on Humanities and Social Sciences www.iiste.org
ISSN 2224-5766(Paper) ISSN 2225-0484(Online)
Vol.2, No.6, 2012
Involvement of Hub Nurses in HIV Policy Development: Case Study
of Nyanza Province, Kenya
Akunja E, Kaseje D.C.O, Obago I and Ochieng B.M
Great Lakes University of Kisumu, P.O Box 2224-40100, Kisumu.
*akunjaedith@yahoo.com
The research was funded by the Teasdale Corti program and Great lakes university of Kisumu
Abstract
Nurses constitute the bulk of healthcare personnel in most countries playing major responsibility of providing quality
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the individuals infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.
This study describes involvement of nurses in HIV policy development in Nyanza Province Kenya. This study adopted
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provincial and national levels. Linkages and collaborations were the greatest benefit in policy development.
Governments have a key role in governing policy issues. NGOs, learning institutions and communities are key players
in health policy. Barrier to participation in policy formulation were identified as competing priorities, inadequate time,
and limited knowledge and skills. Nurses play critical role in HIV/AIDS and therefore they should be involved in
policy formulation.
1. Introduction
Health systems in many countries are currently facing a number of challenges, some of which include limited
evidence-based nursing practice, limited research use, poor healthcare delivery and poor policy uptake and
implementation (World Health Organization, 2002). Consumers and policy makers increasingly demand improvement
in nursing services and expect that developments are grounded in defensible research (Kellner, Wellman, Boon &
Welsh, 2004). Indeed, there has been emphasis on the need for nurses to be involved in policy development (Clark,
2006), which will lead to improved quality of nursing care and the broader health system in which nursing care is
provided (Edwards, et al. 2009 ). However, calls to increase nurses’ involvement in policy development have not been
very successful (Pan American Health Organization, 2004).
There are many compelling reasons to involve nurses in policy development (Edwards et al., 2009). Nursing is a
recognized profession with a growing body of research based evidence informing its practice yet there is a dearth of
nurses involved in health care policy development and reform, especially at a strategic and national level. (U.S
Department of Health and Human Services, 2006). Nurses are the largest group of health professionals, and are in a
unique position to help formulate, implement, and evaluate such policy efforts (Robert Wood Johnson, 2010).
This study attempts to contribute to the knowledge base by exploring the involvement of hub nurses in policy
development. Leadership Hub are a group of health care workers comprised of front-line nurses and nurse managers,
researchers and decision makers. The main purpose of the leadership Hub is to create a sustainable infrastructure for
leadership capacity in research and knowledge translation (research-to-action). There were 3 groups of Hub members
within the project in Kenya all situated in Nyanza province. The Hub members were drawn from different levels of
authority and responsibility within the health system. Hub members were selected by researchers in consultation with
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the national advisory committees, district authorities, and local researchers.
The study examines the level of involvement of leadership hub nurses in policy development, benefits of their
involvements and the barriers to their involvement in policy development.
1.1 Problem statement
The burden of HIV and AIDS care is still borne by nurses and midwives, who are the first point of contact for patients
and other staff members who shoulder significant responsibility for their continuing treatment and care (PAHO, 2004).
Unfortunately, the lack of recognition and respect for their input in policy making is escalating the burden and
frustrating countries’ efforts to control HIV and AIDS epidemic (Armstrong, 2003).
Although nurses are the majority of the health care professional staff in most health systems, and their involvement is
recognized as indispensable to meeting development goals and delivering safe and effective care (Buchanan, 2008),
their participation is minimal if not non-existent in policy development yet they are the ones at the grassroots caring for
the infected and the affected (PAHO, 2004).
1.2 Broad objective
To investigate the involvement of the leadership hub nurses in influencing HIV and AIDS policy and practice.
1.2.1 Specific objectives
To describe the level of involvement of leadership hub nurses in policy development.
To identify and describe the benefits of leadership hub nurses involvement in HIV policy development.
To identify and describe barriers of leadership hub nurses to involvement in policy development.
2. Research Methodology
2.1 Study design
This study used a case study design to examine the process of engaging in policy and practice change through dynamic
collaborations involving and/or led by nurses, focusing on data collected at baseline and mid-term and only in the
intervention districts. This study was conducted in 3 district Kisumu and Nyando in Kisumu County and Suba District
in Homa Bay County which were purposefully selected for this research being that the 3 district were original GLUK
partnership sites and collaborations had already been created, making it easier to carry out the research.
2.2 Data collection
Secondary unpublished data were collected using FGDs tools.
2.3 Study Population
The sample size for the study included total of twenty three participants and were representative of nurses from
different levels which included frontline nurses, nurse managers and decision makers who were purposively sampled.
2.4 Analysis
The data analysis procedure used was adopted from Creswell (2006), which included preparing and organizing data,
reducing and summering the data through the process of coding and presenting the data in narrative form. In this
process, data were entered and summarized with the assistance of NVivo8 qualitative analysis software (QSR
International, 2008). Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze the data which involved counting frequencies to
determine how often categories occurred.
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3. Findings
3.1 Level of involvement within the health systems
Participants recognized that they have been involved in policy issues at different levels of the health systems to include
local levels through to the sub district and district levels. They also appreciated that they are recognized in policy issues
especially at the workplaces. However, they pointed out that it is still difficult to reach the provincial and national
levels. This is evident in the sentiments of participants.
In regard to involvement to policy making, for me I thought that policies were just being made from above, but since I
started attending the HUB project, it came to my mind that some of these policies you can made at your workplace, for
instance the protection policy among staff, which gives me the strength to work even further. (FGD 3)
Locally at the community levels even at our work places we are able to influence policies, for example it is us the
nurses that came up with the home based care policy. At the work place; the DPHN asked for our opinion about what
we need to adjust about the service charter and am happy that our ideas were incorporated that means we are making
progress. However, at the provincial and National levels things are still a little hard but we hope to see a change in
future (FGD 1)
Participants recognized that it is important to identify and share policies with fellow colleagues at the workplaces and
even at different forums where they meet. They acknowledged that to be involved in policy development it is
necessary to identify existing policies that affect one’s work as a health professional. The argument given by
participants is that for effective participation in policy development, it is necessary that one has the knowledge of
existing policies to make effective change.
When we joined the hub, most of us were not interested in these policies and I will agree we felt these policies were
for the district managers, but now we are all interested to learn what policies exists in our workplaces and how we
can make improvement. (FGD 3)
In this hub, we have shared a lot about policies that affect us at the work places. We thought that maybe the policies are
just for the managers, that is maybe District Managers but we discovered that these policies has to go down even to our
members whom we are supervising and we realized that most of our members are not aware of our policies so from the
hub meeting we thought and discussed it and right know at least we are implementing to the others. We are creating
awareness to our colleagues. (FGD 2)
To increase their level of involvement, participants mentioned that they require more knowledge and skills in policy
issues. They also do recognized the involvement of different stakeholders to provide capacity building on policy issues.
…….I believe if we are to get started in policy issues then serious training of nurses in policy development,
implementation and review or adjustments issues is required…….(FGD 1)
Different kinds of assistance are also needed for us to effectively be part of the development process…. For instance
government bodies, NGOs and community are important stakeholders (FGD 3).
3.2 Nurses perceptions about involvement in policy development.
Study participants perceived involvement in policy development on two distinct levels: that of policy formulation,
which they associated with education levels; and that of policy implementation which was linked to less knowledge
and skills. They mentioned that they feel intimidated by other health professions especially the doctors who they
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presume to be more learned and are in a better position to understand policy issues. This is evident in the participants’
sentiments as below:
For a long time, nurses have been involved in policy implementation process and this is because we have limited
knowledge on policy issues, therefore my take is that our skills in policy issues need to be improved. (FGD 2)
Doctors are the main players in policy development. Truth be told they have more knowledge being their training is
more elaborate than ours. (FGD 3)
Although participants associate nurses’ involvement in policy development to improvement in nursing care, they still
lack the confidence and interest to be involved in the process. Many participants mentioned that negative attitude and
lack of interest towards policy development bar them for participating.
Nurses are very busy people and at times we don’t even have time to get involved in policy issues. And again when you
are in forums with doctors then you feel you have less opinions or suggestions. (FGD1)
For a long time nurses have been care givers and therefore changing this practice and starting to be involved in policy
in my own view I don’t think we are ready enough our confidence needs to be built (FGD 2)
3.3 Benefits of Hubs Involvement in policy development
This category has four main sub categories that explain benefits mentioned by the Hub nurses for their involvement in
policy development process and those factors that support their involvement in policy development.
3.3.1 Improved nursing care
Participants appreciated that although they have been involved in policy development issues at the local district and
sub districts levels and at their workplaces, they have seen some improvement in the nursing care for their clients,
themselves and even for the organization. This is evident in the quotes below
With the little we have been involved in policy issues, our clients are starting to be very happy, when they see that you
are able to take more time with them and explaining further their conditions to them they become happy. (FGD 2)
The service chatter is a policy. But it doesn’t work well in all setting therefore we have made small adjustments at our
local facilities and patients are able to understand why they pay certain amounts of money for treatment which makes
our work as nurses much more easy. (FGD 1)
In addition other factor that has improved the nursing care is support from their work places. It was highlighted by
participants that support is necessary if change is to be realized and that the most important support is that from the
workplace both from the employer and colleagues.
Okay what I would say is that my employer has a positive response, number one; right now as am sited here am
supposed to be on duty, but permission has been granted so that I may attend the hub meeting, that is number one
involvement. Another thing, I think the employer is also working in collaboration with the GLUK, and that is why we
are sited here, and sometimes once in a while as we go out we usually consult with our immediate supervisors, those
are our employers. So all in all I think they are having positive response towards the Hub project. (FGD 1)
Further, nurses have got support from different levels of the health systems which has enhanced nursing care. They
have built relationships with different health professions who have embraced them and recognised them in policy
development process at the local levels.
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What we can add on what we have said is that in a way or another in our areas of work we have partners E.g. CDC,
FACES, Tuungane and many others carrying out a research or partners within our department who have helped us
with policy issues. (FGD 2)
We have stakeholders forum where there are different caders of people from the health offices who are there and
listens to us, so I think that is one of the thing we have been doing but as hub member as just as I said we are at initial
stages to head towards where we are interested in going. Okay. (FGD 3)
Team work and commitment has been incorporated among the nurses and they recognised that through this they are
able to share different experiences at their places of work which inform policies.
Originally when we began we did not sit together, but today we know each other, we know what the other members of
the other Hubs are doing and what they think about policy issues, even away from the common meetings we do
communicate on phones and by email. (FGD 3)
Within the hub we discussed common features, and also we work as a team with them and share what policies work
best for us in our separate work station which has been a success and what we can adopt and learn from each other.
(FGD 1)
3.4 Linkages and collaborations:
This category looked at the linkages and collaborations created by hub members during their involvement in policy
development. There are 4 sub category identified in this sections which includes linkages with government
departments, NGOs, community and learning organizations.
3.4.1 Government Departments:
This sub-category focused on how the Hub nurses have created linkages with the government of Kenya, specifically
the Ministry of Health and the Nursing Council of Kenya in influencing their involvement in policy development.
Participants highlighted that the government is the first focal body in policy development. In their view, policies are
governed by the government. They acknowledged that the government has provided support in various fields in health
promotion in terms of care and management but their participation in policy development is still very minimal. They
are still more recognized in policy implementation than policy formulation. However they mentioned that the
government should spearhead the training of nurses.
Our government has worked round the clock to ensure things are running in the facilities. They have provided the
necessary support that we need as nurses but one thing is still missing we have remained care givers for all the years
our skills is developed through the various workshops, even on policy matters they are trying to involve us but just to a
small extent. (FGD 3)
Our government is trying to involve us in one way or another being the key players in health policy issues they have up
to this point provided financial, capacity building and even social support in policy issues. (FGD 1)
3.4.2 Non-Governmental Organizations:
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International bodies have been recognized as the key funders in HIV and AIDS. This category looked at the key
contributions made by the NGOs in terms of resource, trainings and capacity building of health care workers. Some of
the highlighted participants’ sentiments are mentioned below:
We have convened with FACES, FACES is a family AIDS care education services. It is an NGO dealing with AIDS
prevention, treatment and care, so I just think that thing which was mentioned that digging more information in
HIV/AIDS, FACES was quite much supportive in terms of giving such kind of information when it was required. (FGD
1)
FACES has also helped with funds to purchase more ARVs, apart from that they also supported vulnerable families
and this is done through our facilities. So I think in terms of collaboration and networks, I think it is one of the local
NGOs which the group has gained from. (FGD 2)
3.4.3 Learning institutions:
Learning Institutions are also recognized by participants as key collaborators. Mentioned is that colleges and
universities as relevant learning institutions. Participants appreciated the collaborations they have created with various
learning institutions. This is evident in their sentiments below:
We were privileged to have a lecturer from Great Lakes University. GLUK has provided a lot of support in terms of
capacity building on policy issues. They have also helped us a lot in developing our evaluation projects. They have
developed our skills and capacity in research. And now at least each one of us knows some competent of research.
(FGD 2)
We have had the opportunity to collaborate with even bigger institutions; the University of Ottawa has been a great
collaborator they have fully supported the project and even provided the best capacity to us. I think this has really
benefited us. (FGD 3)
3.4.4 Community
There is recognition by the participants that community members need to be involved in the policy making process.
The community members, participants mentioned includes community based organizations, church groups and
schools. They recognized that there is a linkage between the community and Ministry of Health.
Although some of us may say there is no true linkage between the ministry of health and the community, I think there is
linkage between them and at least we are networking; we are networking with the community at different levels for
instance we do health education and health campaigns at the community. We also go to schools to provide education
on safe sex and organize health talks at the churches therefore I think we have networked. (FGD 3)
This Hub meeting has also helped us create linkages with the community. In the Hub the community is somehow
represented. And I think once there is a representation from the community, we are gaining more from the community
and intern, the representatives from the community are also going to give feed backs to the community, in return we are
going to achieve our goals at the end of it. (FGD 2)
3.5 Knowledge and skills
This sub category looked at the knowledge and skills the participants have acquired during their involvement in policy
development. Participants mentioned capacity building at different levels that include policy issues, research skills and
general skills they have acquired in the involvement in policy development
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Participants mentioned that they have acquired skills in policy issues including policy making processes. The processes
they mentioned include policy identification, policy formulation, policy adoption, implementation and evaluation.
These are evident in the following quotes
In our involvement in policy process, we have learnt a lot. Personally I have learnt that policy making is a long process
it involves formation, implementation and evaluation. (FGD 1)
From the various workshops we have attended, policy issues are not a small thing is requires adequate skills. So far we
have had forums on policy identification, formation, implementation and evaluation which I believe is a good starting
point. (FGD 2)
Participants also mentioned that they have acquired a lot of research skills in terms of proposal development in their
engagement in policy issues. Participants recognized that it is through research that nurses will identify policy issues
which will enhance their participation in policy formulation issues. They continued to state that research is not all about
data collection as they have been involved in before but should incorporate issues of data analysis and dissemination of
findings.
These sentiments are evident in the following quotes:
As much as my colleagues will be having ideas on research, this is an area where majority may need to revisit, however
we have learnt so much. We have learnt issues of problem identification, literature review, various methods used in
conducting research and so many much more. I believe we have learnt a lot. (FGD 2)
Yeah I agree with my colleagues, what I could like to add is that we have also learnt about proposal development,
data collection methods, how to analyze data and even disseminate the finds this hub has really built our capacity.
(FGD 1)
Participants also mentioned that they have acquired general skills that have helped manage their workplaces in a much
organized way. The general skills mentioned included financial management, leadership skills, and project monitoring
and evaluation and negotiation skills.
“Because I see the world is changing and people are becoming more advanced therefore we must change with the
world, therefore the skills we have got in management issue will help us influence our involvement in policy issues.
(FGD 2)
“I don’t know if the rest of my colleagues have the same feeling but they would agree with me that this hub meeting
have helped us gain so much in terms of skills, we have worked with an organized group and therefore we must be
organized ourselves, I have learnt good leadership skills from this hub activity, I have got something on project
management and even how to negotiate for research funding.
3.6 Barriers to policy development
This category emphasized on barriers to involvement in policy development theses are perceived to be governed by
both internal and external factors.
3.6.1 Internal Factors
It is mentioned that the workplace shapes the activities of their employees. A number of issues were expressed by the
participants to include competing priorities, time factor, work schedules, leadership and management as internal
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factors. Most frequently highlighted however was competing priorities. Participants mentioned that one might be
interested in being part of change but other activities become a hindrance. This is evident in the two quotes below.
We as nurses have an objective of providing care to our patients. At times it becomes so difficult for me to go and
attend a meeting while my client is so much in need of help. So in this case my priority is to attend to my sick client and
that is the order of the day here, your client first. Even when you want to delegate your duties it’s not every day that you
will find someone to step in for you. (FGD 1)
we have what we are doing in our various places of work. With the shortage of nurses in our facilities, You find that a
meeting has been called and you have a duty that you must first accomplish, so you have to squeeze time so as to meet
all the goals.(FGD 2)
3.6.2 External factors
The meanings derived from the narratives that formed this category focused on factors that are beyond a given
participant’s workplace, but which have an influence on involvement of participants in policy development. These
were factors that were beyond the control of the participants and were shaped majorly by the national levels.
The participants indicated that policies are still restricted to top down approach where key government officials take
the lead role in policy development. Participants continued to highlight that at this point their role in policy
development is very limited. Therefore the perception among participants was that as long as the officials continue to
be the lead in policy development, nurses’ contribution will remain minimal.
I know policies are made in parliament with key officer from the ministry of health, in the process of making it to reach
parliament there are many changes that take place along the way. So I think the structure is poor so that by the time it
reaches the parliament to be debated upon the information which favors nurses to participate fully is not mentioned.
(FGD 3)
In my view, policy is still being made by people up there, and so they do it as they used to do it before, they carry out
their own research and do it there without us being involved that is my view (FGD 1)
Another key external factor frequently cited by the participants as a hindrance to involvement in policy development
was the resistance to change by the health policy makers. There was a perception among participants that policy
makers are rigid and any change is not easily welcomed by government officials.
I think it’s quite a good thing that Teasdale Corti in collaboration with GLUK has trained us and empowered us to
carry out research, the only gap I see in future is rejection by the policy makers, where nurses want to take part in
policy development might not be easy, you see the truth is that policy making is left for higher health professional, even
with the findings we already have, it will take years before our managers can accept change so it will still be difficult to
see nurses participate in policy making. (FGD 3)
Also I think one area which challenging aspect is that this policy dissemination, formulation of implementation it may
be a new culture to our society because in most cases it is left for us I appreciate on what my boss says. (Laughing) in
most cases reality of the matter the policy dissemination is most cases left for the Head of the institution and if the head
of institution is not interested most of the aspect this thing hardly happen so you find head of department just follow the
activities and activities may not necessarily mean policy of dissemination, so the fact that it is a new culture you find
that you are sort of odd what you are trying to say is new to people so they feel as if it is something impossible(FGD 2)
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Lastly mentioned by the participants were the inadequate resources and infrastructures as another factor that slows
down nurses’ involvement in policy development. However participants were quick to recognize that attitudes of the
policy makers must first be addressed before resources can be availed to carry out research that will influence policy
making. In addition, participants mentioned that continuous empowerment of nurses to be involved in research was
important. There’s need for better educational preparation and an environment that support research.
I just wanted to talk on policies they are published, the pamphlets are very few, you find in a District they could even
send copies about two to three copies of the policies so we could make it in such a way that these policies copies reach
the ground up to probably dispensary or we make it a policy that each member of staff gets a copy of the policy and
maybe that is when they can understand but when you bring three copies and put it to the… send it to the MOH it is
not… it is rear that it will reach everybody, so enough copies should be emphasized (FGD 1)
I would also say lack adequate staffs within our working areas also plays a role. you may be forced to go and feel the
gap somewhere because of shortages that is another reason that has made it cumbersome for us to come to meetings in
time yet its through such meeting that we have learn about necessary steps we can take to be involved in policy making
but staff shortage will still be with us. (FGD 3)
4. Discussion
In the introduction, the researcher highlighted the need for more nurses to be involved in policy development (Pan
American Health Organization, 2004), arguing that given their constant presence with patients, they are better placed
to identify gaps in nursing care (Kleinpell, 2003).The researcher therefore sought to find out the level of hub nurses
involvement in policy development, benefits of their involvement and barriers of their involvement in policy
development process. In the discussion, the researcher has highlighted key issues that emerged from the data.
4.1 Level of involvement in policy development
There is need to acknowledge the partial involvement of nurses in policy issues at the different levels of the health care
systems. It is important to appreciate the recognition that nurses are able get from their places of work. However it is
clear from the findings that involvement of nurses in policy development is still very limited. It is still rooted at the
local levels to include the community, sub district and district levels. Participation at the national and provincial levels
is presumed to be for more educated health professionals. Consistent with WHO report (2001), The Global Advisory
Group on Nursing and midwifery highlighted the need for nurses and midwives to formulate health care policy at
country, district, sub-district and local levels for improving national health services.
4.2 Benefits to their involvement in policy issues
Nurses are able to clearly relate nursing involvement in policy development to improving nursing care which is related
to the ICN suggesting that nurses can make an imperative contribution to the development of appropriate and effective
health policy when they are included in the process of policy formulation. (International Council of Nurses, 2008). The
ICN strongly promotes and supports efforts to improve the preparation of nurses for policy development which in turn
improves the nursing care.
Motivation is another factor in the aspects of participation in policy development. Knowledge and skills in policy
issues is one of the motivating factors to engage nurses into policy matters. Through acquired knowledge and skills,
nurses are empowered not only to implement policies but also be part of the policy formulation. This argument is in
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line with McKinsey 2001, who emphasizes that in any development process, different elements of the triangle are all
connected and integrated. In his study the 3 aspects of a triangle must join together to form a whole hence cooperation.
A number of studies stress the need for workplace support for the purpose of increasing involvement of nurses in policy
development activities (Albers & Sedler, 2000 ). They suggest that it is fundamental for all healthcare settings to
develop and maintain a visible engagement of nurses in policy development. Important to note is that participants
appreciate and acknowledges the support they have received from their work places. They mention that support from
both the employer and fellow colleagues is necessary if change is to be realized and if health care services are to be
improved.
Linkages are other important aspects that contribute to participation in policy issues. Training elements is necessary for
the empowerment and engagement in policy formulation. This is in line with the studies by Rafferty’s (2003) who
comment that there is need to introduce the fundamentals health policy in both Bachelor’s and Diploma programs for
nursing students. This perception is also in line with those reported by other authors (Askew et al., 2002), effectively
stressing the need for better educational preparation for nursing .
4.3 Barriers to involvement
Limited knowledge and skills in policy development is regarded as a hindrance into policy making process. Other
authors consent that knowledge on policy issues is an important prerequisite for participation of nurses in policy issues
(McNicholl et al., 2008). The significance of capacity building in policy making process has been addressed by a
number of health scientists (Costello & Zumla, 2000). The need for protected time to engage in policy formulation
has been singled out in many studies as being fundamental if organizations are to build a policy development culture
(McNicholl et al., 2008). Competing priorities and limited time is another key hindrance to nurses’ participation in
policy development process. Consistent with this argument is that nurses are at the forefront caring for the patients and
their families who shoulder significant responsibility for their continuing treatment and care (Pan-American Health
Organization, 2004).
External factors are also restrict nurses from fully participating in policy formulation processes. These are beyond the
control of working environments and are usually shaped at the national levels. These factors include policy formulation
processes which are controlled at the parliamentary levels and still exist within a top-down approach. Inadequate
resources and infrastructures also hinder nurses’ participation. Consistent with WHO Report 2003 which recognizes
that despite numerous recommendations from international and regional bodies to include nurses as participants at all
levels of health system, numerous factors contribute to the absence of nurses from health systems decision-making.
Chief among these factors are poor working conditions, lack of professional status, excessive workload, and the fact
that policy makers are resistant to change perpetuating the top-down approach to policy formulation and
implementation.
5. Conclusion
Health policy not only impacts the profession of nursing on multiple levels but also affects the population in general.
Nurses’ are in a unique position to influence the formation and implementation of health policy and in that way impact
on their profession and the health of the population. Therefore nurses’ are encouraged to participate in policy
development yet their involvement is shaped by a number of factors that must be addressed. The most important of
these is capacity building of nurses for effective participation in policy development processes. In addition, increasing
the number of benefits nurses perceive to have in participating in health policy activities may increase their interest in
health policy and hence their involvement. Decreasing the number of barriers nurses experience in being involved may
also have a positive effect on nurses’ level of involvement. All these actions to improve nurses’ participation can be
achieved through linkages and collaborations as demonstrated by the leadership hubs, bringing together government
bodies, NGOs, learning institutions and the community to address barriers to their participation.
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