scholarly journals How primary health care staff working in rural and remote areas access skill development and expertise to support health promotion practice

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn McFarlane ◽  
Jenni Judd ◽  
Hylda Wapau ◽  
Nina Nichols ◽  
Kerrianne Watt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Care Staff ◽  
Health Care Staff ◽  
Rural And Remote ◽  
Remote Areas ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Rural And Remote Areas ◽  
Health Promotion Practice

scholarly journals Patients’ experiences of the caring encounter in health promotion practice: a qualitative study in Swedish primary health care

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristina Lundberg ◽  
Mats Jong ◽  
Miek C. Jong ◽  
Lisbeth Porskrog Kristiansen
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Organizational Structures ◽  
Main Theme ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
District Nurses ◽  
Health Promotion Practice

Abstract Background Previous studies have reported that organizational structures and cultures in primary health care are obstacles to district nurses doing successful work in health promotion practice (HPP). Because organizational structures are not easily changed, Jean Watson’s Attending Nurse Caring Model (ANCM) was introduced and piloted at a primary health care center in Sweden, aiming to transform HPP so as to empower district nurses and increase their work satisfaction. Aim To investigate patients’ experiences of the caring encounter in HPP after introduction of the ANCM in Swedish primary health care, the aim being to explore the essential components of the caring encounter between patients and district nurses. Methods A descriptive and qualitative research design was used. Data collection was performed using individual face-to-face interviews with twelve patients at risk for developing CVD. Data analysis consisted of both deductive content analysis, using a categorization matrix based on the ANCM and, subsequently, inductive latent content analysis. Results The findings were abstracted into three themes: 1.‘Feeling the deepest essence of being cared for’: to be respected and being put at the center of the encounter; 2. ‘Feeling acceptance and worth’: being treated with openness and permissive attitudes, 3. ‘Being in a supportive atmosphere that promotes hope’: to feel trust and being trusted in the encounter, and being empowered by hope. The unifying main theme of the caring encounter was abstracted as ‘Experiencing human dignity’. Conclusion The present study revealed that the essence of the caring encounter between patients and district nurses in HPP is to be unconditionally accepted in an environment that inspires hope and encouragement. The ANCM seems to be a promising model to use for strengthening the caring encounter and supporting CVD patients in making healthy lifestyle choices. However, further studies of qualitative and quantitative designs are needed to investigate what the ANCM can contribute to HPP in Swedish primary health care.

A Well Woman Clinic in Bangalore: one strategy to attempt to decrease the transmission of HIV infection

1998 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 418-423 ◽  
Author(s):  
C M Baksi ◽  
I Harper ◽  
Margaret Raj
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Pilot Project ◽  
Care Staff ◽  
Vulnerable Groups ◽  
Health Care Staff ◽  
Governmental Organization ◽  
Primary Health

Samraksha, a non governmental organization NGO in Bangalore, South India, was established in 1993 to take steps to control the spread of HIV infection. As a result of their interactions the Samraksha team recognized the urgent need for management of sexually transmitted diseases STDs as a crucial component of their work. Samraksha approached Action Health, a UK based charity, for assistance. This paper outlines the needs assessment and the process of setting up a Well Woman Clinic for commercial sex workers CSWs and other vulnerable groups in Bangalore. The pilot project has been running for over a year and has gained credibility both with vulnerable women and with professionals. Furthermore it has officially become a government resource centre for the training of doctors and health care staff in the management of STDs, and provides formal training sessions for the staff at each of the primary health care centres in Bangalore. Thus STD management is being integrated with the current primary health care provision for women throughout Bangalore. Factors influencing the successful development of such a service are considered.

Workforce insights on how health promotion is practised in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 243 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn McFarlane ◽  
Sue Devine ◽  
Jenni Judd ◽  
Nina Nichols ◽  
Kerrianne Watt
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Health Service ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Aboriginal Community ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Comprehensive Primary Health Care ◽  
Health Council ◽  
Health Promotion Practice

Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services deliver holistic and culturally appropriate primary health care to over 150 communities in Australia. Health promotion is a core function of comprehensive primary health care; however, little has been published on what enables or challenges health promotion practice in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service. Apunipima Cape York Health Council (Apunipima) delivers primary health care to 11 remote north Queensland communities. The workforce includes medical, allied health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers and health practitioners and corporate support staff. This study aimed to identify current health promotion practices at Apunipima, and the enablers and challenges identified by the workforce, which support or hinder health promotion practice. Sixty-three staff from across this workforce completed an online survey in February 2015 (42% response rate). Key findings were: (1) health promotion is delivered across a continuum of one-on-one approaches through to population advocacy and policy change efforts; (2) the attitude towards health promotion was very positive; and (3) health promotion capacity can be enhanced at both individual and organisational levels. Workforce insights have identified areas for continued support and areas that, now identified, can be targeted to strengthen the health promotion capacity of Apunipima.

HIV/AIDS workshop for primary health care staff

1991 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 243-250 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. SIBBALD ◽  
P. FREELING ◽  
H. COLES ◽  
J. WILKINS
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Primary Health Care ◽  
Care Staff ◽  
Health Care Staff ◽  
Primary Health ◽  
Hiv Aids
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