scholarly journals Single-group trial of an Internet-delivered insomnia intervention among higher-intensity family caregivers: Rationale and mixed-methods study protocol (Preprint)

10.2196/34792 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelly M. Shaffer ◽  
Lee M. Ritterband ◽  
Wen You ◽  
Daniel J. Buysse ◽  
Meghan K. Mattos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Single Group ◽  
Group Trial

scholarly journals Effects of family-based dignity intervention and expressive writing on anticipatory grief of family caregivers of patients with cancer: a study protocol for a four-arm randomized controlled trial and a qualitative process evaluation

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Naima Seyedfatemi ◽  
Tahereh Najafi Ghezeljeh ◽  
Jafar Bolhari ◽  
Masoud Rezaei
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Family Caregivers ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Expressive Writing ◽  
Intervention Group ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Trial Registration ◽  
Anticipatory Grief ◽  
Family Based

Abstract Background Family caregivers of dying cancer patients are affected by grief experiences and bereavement complications. Several approaches such as psycho-emotional care and an increase in spirituality have been suggested to diminish these complications. However, the knowledge about the effects of family-based dignity intervention and expressive writing on anticipatory grief in family caregivers of dying cancer patients is limited. This is a study protocol describing a hospital-based mixed-methods study on the effects of family-based dignity intervention and expressive writing on anticipatory grief in family caregivers of dying cancer patients. Methods This mixed-methods study will be done in an embedded explanatory design with two quantitative and qualitative phases. In the first phase (quantitative), a randomized clinical trial will be done, in which 200 family caregivers of dying cancer patients will be randomly assigned to one of the four groups: family-based single dignity intervention (group 1), expressive writing intervention (group 2), combined family-based single dignity intervention and expressive writing (group 3), and control (group 4). At baseline, 1 week and 2 weeks after the interventions, anticipatory grief will be assessed by a 13-item anticipatory grief scale. After the quantitative phase, the qualitative phase will be conducted through the conventional content analysis approach of Granheim and Lundman, in which an individual semi-structured interview will be taken from participants in the first phase to collect data on their experiences on interventions. Finally, data from the quantitative and qualitative phases will be analyzed and discussed. Discussion Family caregivers of dying cancer patients usually experience depression, anxiety, and psychological distress due to isolation and inadequate social support. Psychological interventions such as dignity and expressive writing interventions may help caregivers to obtain a better understanding of themselves and to increase their abilities to cope with caregiving difficulties. Therefore, there is a need for a comprehensive study confirming the effects of mentioned interventions on family caregivers of dying cancer patients. Trial registration Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (www.irct.ir) identifier: IRCT20210111050010N1. Date of trial registration: Feb 6, 2021. This is the first version of this protocol.

scholarly journals Characteristics of value-based health and social care from organisations’ perspectives (OrgValue): a mixed-methods study protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. e022635 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lena Ansmann ◽  
Hendrik Ansgar Hillen ◽  
Ludwig Kuntz ◽  
Stephanie Stock ◽  
Vera Vennedey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Social Care ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Health And Social Care

scholarly journals Regional utilisation of preventive services in the 55 plus age group – Study protocol of a mixed methods study (Preprint)

10.2196/33512 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilona Hrudey ◽  
Annemarie Minow ◽  
Svenja Walter ◽  
Stefanie March ◽  
Enno Swart ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Preventive Services ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Age Group

scholarly journals Receptionist rECognition and rEferral of PaTients with Stroke (RECEPTS) study - protocol of a mixed methods study

2014 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
James P Sheppard ◽  
Satinder Singh ◽  
Janet Jones ◽  
Elizabeth Bates ◽  
John Skelton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Mixed Methods Study

scholarly journals OPTImising the implementation of pulMonary rehAbiLitation in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (the OPTIMAL study): mixed methods study protocol

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Hug ◽  
Vinicius Cavalheri ◽  
Daniel F. Gucciardi ◽  
Richard Norman ◽  
Kylie Hill
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Pulmonary Disease ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Western Australia ◽  
Pulmonary Rehabilitation ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common respiratory condition characterised by dyspnoea during daily life. As the disease progresses, people with COPD can experience poor quality of life, reduced exercise capacity, worsening of symptoms and increased hospital admissions. Pulmonary rehabilitation, which includes exercise training, optimises both psychological and physical function, reduces symptoms and mitigates healthcare utilisation in people with COPD. There is, however, a gap in implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation programs, with global access limited to a small fraction of people with COPD. The overall aim of this study is to gather evidence that will optimise the implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation in people with COPD living in Perth, Western Australia. Methods This is a mixed methods study protocol informed by a critical realist perspective. The study will comprise four phases. In Phase 1, we will quantify target behaviours of healthcare professionals and people with COPD which are related to the implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation at three tertiary hospitals. In Phase 2, we will conduct semi-structured interviews to explore the determinants of these target behaviours from the perspectives of healthcare professionals, people with COPD and their primary support person. In Phase 3, knowledge gained in Phases 1 and 2 will be used by healthcare professionals and people with COPD to co-create, field test and apply strategies that optimise these target behaviours. In Phase 4, we will re-quantify these target behaviours to determine the influence of co-created strategies. The cost effectiveness of implementing the co-created strategies will be explored by an economic analysis. Discussion Understanding current clinical practice and the determinants of target behaviours pertaining to the implementation of pulmonary rehabilitation is crucial when developing strategies that successfully bridge the pulmonary rehabilitation implementation gap. If co-created strategies are effective, more people with COPD living in Perth, Western Australia will have access to pulmonary rehabilitation enabling them to derive the health benefits associated with this intervention.

scholarly journals HIV prevention and HIV care among transgender and gender diverse youth: design and implementation of a multisite mixed-methods study protocol in the U.S.

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura Jadwin-Cakmak ◽  
Sari L. Reisner ◽  
Jaclyn M. W. Hughto ◽  
Liz Salomon ◽  
Miguel Martinez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Informed Consent ◽  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Qualitative Interview ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Gender Diverse ◽  
And Gender ◽  
The U.S

Abstract Background In the U.S., transgender and gender diverse (TGD) populations face structural, interpersonal, and individual barriers to healthcare. Less is known, however, about the HIV prevention and treatment experiences of TGD youth in the U.S. The current study was developed to fill this research gap. Methods This article describes the research protocol for a multi-site, U.S.-based mixed-methods study that sought to identify the multi-level facilitators and barriers that influence participation of TGD youth in various stages of the HIV prevention (e.g., pre-exposure prophylaxis uptake) and care continua. A sample of diverse TGD youth ages 16–24 was recruited from 14 U.S. sites. TGD youth participants completed a one-time, in-person visit that included an informed consent process, computer-based quantitative survey, and in-depth qualitative interview assessing experiences accessing HIV prevention and/or care services. Providers serving TGD youth were recruited from the same 14 sites and completed a one-time visit via phone that included informed consent, demographic questionnaire, and in-depth qualitative interview assessing their experiences providing HIV prevention or treatment services to TGD youth. Results Overall, 186 TGD youth ages 16–24 and 59 providers serving TGD youth were recruited and enrolled from across the 14 U.S. sites. TGD youth participants had a mean age of 20.69; 77.3% youth of color; 59.7% trans-feminine; 15.5% trans-masculine; 24.9% non-binary; 53.6% family income under poverty level. Providers included medical and mental health providers as well as case manager/care coordinators, HIV test counselors, and health educators/outreach workers. Providers were 81.3% cisgender and 30.5% people of color. Successes with community-engagement strategies and gender-affirming research methods are reported. Conclusions This study addresses critical gaps in current knowledge about the HIV prevention and care experiences of TGD youth. Findings have implications for the development of HIV interventions across levels to support the health and well-being of TGD youth. Future research is warranted to replicate and expand on lessons learned regarding recruitment and engagement of communities of TGD youth, including longitudinal designs to assess engagement across their developmental stages. Lessons learned working with TGD youth through developing and implementing the study protocol are shared. Trial registration Registered on ClinicalTrials.gov on 05/20/2015 (NCT02449629).

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