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2. " I would just like to see more acknowledgement, respect and services for the people who are in between, just Métis people " : recommendations by Métis women to improve access to health and social services in Victoria, Canada.
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Monchalin, Renée, Auger, Monique, Jones, Carly, Paul, Willow, and Loppie, Charlotte
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SOCIAL services ,METIS ,MEDICAL care ,EXPERIENCE ,GOVERNMENT accountability - Abstract
This paper reports on recommendations made by Métis women, two-spirit, and gender diverse people for improving access to health and social services in Victoria, British Columbia. Expanding on research conducted in Toronto, Ontario, this study applied a conversational interview method to further explore and understand experiences of self-identifying Métis women, two-spirit, and gender diverse people (n = 24) who access health and social services in Victoria. Participants provided wholistic and practical recommendations for improving access to health and social services, including (1) warm and inviting service spaces, (2) Métis-specific cultural safety training, (3) Indigenous specific clinic, (4) wholistic or integrative service delivery, and (5) non-judgemental service providers. This research demonstrates that Métis women, two-spirit and gender diverse community members hold practical solutions for improving access to health and social services for the larger Métis community. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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3. The use of the Health of the Nation Outcome Scale in an outreach rehabilitation program.
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Prabhu, Radha and Oakley Browne, Mark
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TREATMENT programs ,OUTCOME assessment (Social services) ,MEDICAL care ,SENSITIVITY (Personality trait) ,CLINICAL medicine - Abstract
Objective: The aim of this paper is to describe the use of the Health of the Nation Outcome Scale (HoNOS) in an outreach-based rehabilitation program in regional Victoria, Australia. Method: Routine outcome measures (ROM), including the HoNOS, were introduced in the Stepping Stones Recovery Program (SSRP) in 2002. HoNOS data routinely collected for 122 patients between 2003 and 2006 was examined for sensitivity in capturing clinical changes by using paired t-tests. Results: There was a statistically significant decrease in total HoNOS scores as well as scores on subsets of 'impairment' and 'symptomatic problems'. HoNOS scores reflected positive changes in patients and were useful as a global overview, but did not tap into process issues that are more clinically meaningful. Conclusions: The SSRP provided a wide range of interventions and promoted a structured collaborative approach which could be the main reason for the uptake of ROM in this service. There are significant hurdles in integrating ROM in routine clinical practice, such as feasibility issues and clinician attitudes, along with larger systemic issues that need to be addressed. The introduction of ROM in Australia has resulted in strongly polarized viewpoints. Suggestions for facilitating the administration and use of ROM in routine clinical practice are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2008
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4. Introducing a professional development programme to a rural area mental health service: the importance of context.
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Hodgins, Gene, Murray, Greg, Donoghue, Adrian, Judd, Fiona, and Petts, Alison
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CAREER development ,EMPLOYEE training ,MEDICAL personnel ,MENTAL health services ,BEHAVIOR therapy ,BEHAVIOR modification ,DIAGNOSIS of mental depression ,MENTAL depression ,THERAPEUTICS ,ANXIETY disorders treatment ,ANXIETY disorders ,CLINICAL psychology ,COGNITIVE therapy ,COMPARATIVE studies ,EDUCATION ,CURRICULUM ,HEALTH care teams ,HEALTH services accessibility ,RESEARCH methodology ,MEDICAL care ,MEDICAL cooperation ,PSYCHIATRY ,RESEARCH ,RURAL health services ,EVIDENCE-based medicine ,JOB performance ,EVALUATION research ,EVALUATION of human services programs ,DIAGNOSIS ,PSYCHOLOGY - Abstract
Objective: To describe the introduction of an ongoing professional development programme for clinicians in a rural area mental health service. The programme involved a series of workshops delivered by clinical psychologists. The training component of each workshop focused on discrete cognitive behavioural strategies, targeted at the amelioration of anxiety and mood symptoms.Conclusions: The paper emphasizes contextual aspects of the programme: its setting, the modality of delivery, resourcing issues and maximizing engagement by the participants. Preliminary evaluation data are reviewed, and it is argued that programmes that focus on local capacity building in rural settings are an important component of redressing the urban-rural imbalance in the availability of evidence-based psychological treatments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
- 2004
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5. VicTAG chemotherapy audit toolkit: Improving chemotherapy quality and safety.
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O'Connor, Shaun, Matthews, Helen, and Hornby, Colin
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THERAPEUTICS ,AUDITING ,MEDICAL quality control ,MEDICAL information storage & retrieval systems ,CLINICAL governance ,CANCER chemotherapy ,MEDICAL care ,ANTINEOPLASTIC agents ,TREATMENT effectiveness ,SURVEYS ,DRUG prescribing ,PUBLIC hospitals ,PHYSICIAN practice patterns ,MEDLINE ,GROUP medical practice ,PATIENT safety ,HEALTH care rationing - Abstract
Objective: Off-protocol prescribing of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) can lead to concerns about effectiveness of patient care. To identify variations in practice, a toolkit was developed for health services to address patient safety and the risk of sub-optimal outcomes for patients. Data sources: Following significant incidents with SACT in South Australia and New South Wales, the Department of Health and Human Services, Victoria (the department) conducted an assessment of Victorian public health services to understand current practice regarding SACT protocol governance. A literature review examining SACT auditing was also undertaken to guide improvements. A department supported Chemotherapy Audit Toolkit (CAT) was created for implementation at public hospitals in Victoria. A post-implementation survey was done on uptake and issue identification. Data summary: An initial assessment showed that 27% of Victorian public health services were undertaking retrospective review of SACT dosing, which was targeted for improvement. The literature review identified little guidance, however an audit of current sector practices found several audit methodologies. A process that involved audits by health services assessing their own practice was adopted. The toolkit was developed and piloted with health services. A post-implementation survey showed that 20% of services were using the toolkit, 35% were implementing the toolkit and 45% did not use the toolkit. Conclusions: The VicTAG CAT has been adopted by more than half of Victorian public health services and is being used to influence prescribing. Implementation of the toolkit has been affected by resource reallocation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The CAT is available online. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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6. An evaluation of the practice of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in a Victorian health service before and after the Mental Health Act 2014.
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Lee, Jia L, George, Kuruvilla, Price, Leah, and Couper, Jeremy
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ELECTROCONVULSIVE therapy ,MENTAL health services ,MEDICAL care ,MENTAL health ,INVOLUNTARY treatment - Abstract
Objective: The aim of the project was to identify changes in the practice of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in a metropolitan mental health service before and after the Mental Health Act 2014 (2014 Act) in Victoria.Method: Retrospective clinical file audit of ECT administration across all three sites at Eastern Health (EH) two years before and two years after introduction of the 2014 Act.Results: There was a statistically significant decrease in the number of compulsory ECT treatments and in the number of patients who had compulsory ECT across the three hospitals at EH in the two years following the 2014 Act compared to the two years prior to the 2014 Act. There was no significant difference in the number of voluntary ECT treatments and in the number of patients who had voluntary ECT.Conclusion: The review showed that there has been a significant decrease in the number of compulsory ECT treatments and in the number of patients who had compulsory ECT after the introduction of the 2014 Act. Potential reasons for the changes are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
- 2020
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7. Radiation oncology outpatient medication management needs and service gaps – A cross-sectional study of patients and clinicians.
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Maleki, Sam, Alexander, Marliese, Liu, Chen, Rischin, Danny, Lingaratnam, Senthil, and Fua, Tsien
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TREATMENT of lung tumors ,ATTITUDE (Psychology) ,DRUGS ,HEAD tumors ,HEALTH care teams ,HEALTH services accessibility ,HEALTH status indicators ,HOSPITAL pharmacies ,OUTPATIENT services in hospitals ,MEDICAL care ,MEDICAL needs assessment ,MEDICAL personnel ,MEDICAL practice ,NECK tumors ,NURSES ,ONCOLOGISTS ,ONCOLOGY ,PATIENT compliance ,PATIENTS ,QUESTIONNAIRES ,MEDICAL radiology ,RADIOTHERAPY ,SURVEYS ,CROSS-sectional method ,POLYPHARMACY ,MEDICATION therapy management ,PATIENTS' attitudes - Abstract
Background: Patients receiving radiotherapy for the treatment of cancer can have complex medication requirements related to the management of side-effects and impaired swallowing ability. This study surveyed patients and clinicians to identify service gaps and unmet medication management needs. Methods: Patient and clinician surveys were developed by a multidisciplinary team based on previously validated questionnaires. The patient survey focused on medication use and adherence. The clinician survey was based around a clinical case study and focused on identifying service gaps and practice variations. This survey was disseminated to radiation oncologists, pharmacists and nurses involved with the care of head and neck or lung cancer patients in Victoria. Results: A total of 93 surveys were completed including 53 patient surveys and 40 clinician surveys. Radiotherapy patients reported high medication usage with up to 53% taking five or more medications daily. When asked the same set of questions relating to medication education requirements, patients receiving polypharmacy reported greater needs (72%) than recognised by the surveyed multidisciplinary clinician group (58%). They also reported a non-adherence rate of 46%. In addition, further disparities were identified in clinician practices and their approach to clinical situations which may result in conflicting advice and confusion for patients. Conclusion: While recognising deficiencies relating to the provision of medication information, oncologists, nurses and pharmacists underestimated patient needs for medication information, education and follow-up. Findings support the rationale for integration of pharmacy services within the radiotherapy clinics to support patient care and bridge service gaps relating to medication management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2020
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8. Palliative care in paramedic practice: A retrospective cohort study.
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Lord, Bill, Andrew, Emily, Henderson, Amanda, Anderson, David J., Smith, Karen, and Bernard, Stephen
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ANALGESICS ,CARDIAC arrest ,MEDICAL care ,MEDICAL practice ,PAIN ,PALLIATIVE treatment ,PATIENTS ,RESPIRATORY diseases ,RESUSCITATION ,PROFESSIONAL practice ,OCCUPATIONAL roles ,RETROSPECTIVE studies ,TRANSPORTATION of patients ,EMERGENCY medical technicians ,PSYCHOLOGY - Abstract
Background: Paramedics may be involved in the care of patients experiencing a health crisis associated with palliative care. However, little is known about the paramedic's role in the care of these patients. Aim: To describe the incidence and nature of cases attended by paramedics and the care provided where the reason for attendance was associated with a history of palliative care. Design: This is a retrospective cohort study. Setting/participants: Adult patients (aged >17 years) attended by paramedics in the Australian state of Victoria between 1 July 2015 and 30 June 2016 where terms associated with palliative care or end of life were recorded in the patient care record. Secondary transfers including inter-hospital transport cases were excluded. Results: A total of 4348 cases met inclusion criteria. Median age was 74 years (interquartile range 64–83). The most common paramedic assessments were 'respiratory' (20.1%), 'pain' (15.8%) and 'deceased' (7.9%); 74.4% (n = 3237) were transported, with the most common destination being a hospital (99.5%, n = 3221). Of those with pain as the primary impression, 359 (53.9%) received an analgesic, morphine, fentanyl or methoxyflurane, and 356 (99.2%) were transported following analgesic administration. Resuscitation was attempted in 98 (29.1%) of the 337 cases coded as cardiac arrest. Among non-transported cases, there were 105 (9.6%) cases where paramedics re-attended the patient within 24 h of the previous attendance. Conclusion: Paramedics have a significant role in caring for patients receiving palliative care. These results should inform the design of integrated systems of care that involve ambulance services in the planning and delivery of community-based palliative care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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9. How family carers view hospital discharge planning for the older person with a dementia.
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Bauer, Michael, Fitzgerald, Les, Koch, Susan, and King, Susan
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FAMILIES & psychology ,ELDER care ,HOSPITAL care of older people ,MEDICAL care ,SICK people ,CAREGIVERS ,PSYCHOLOGY of caregivers ,COMMUNICATION ,DECISION making ,DEMENTIA ,FAMILIES ,INTERVIEWING ,RESEARCH methodology ,PATIENT-family relations ,MEDICAL personnel ,NEEDS assessment ,RESEARCH funding ,DATA analysis ,SOCIAL support ,THEMATIC analysis ,FAMILY roles ,DISCHARGE planning ,BURDEN of care ,INFORMATION needs ,PATIENTS' families - Abstract
This study reports on the experiences of 25 family carers of the hospital discharge planning process for their family member with a dementia. Analysis of the data indicates that the needs of family carers were not always addressed in the hospital discharge process and that discharge planning and execution is in need of improvement. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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- 2011
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10. The experience in Victoria with telepsychiatry for the child and adolescent mental health service.
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Gelber, Harry
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CHILD psychology ,MENTAL health ,MEDICAL personnel ,VIDEOCONFERENCING ,MEDICAL care ,MENTAL health services - Abstract
In 1995, the Royal Children's Hospital Mental Health Service in Melbourne developed the first telepsychiatry programme in child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) in Australia. A survey of 25 CAMHS clinicians in five rural regions who had used videoconferencing showed that 64% had used the technology for more than 18 months, and 20% had used it for 7–12 months. Also, 60% had used the technology on over 30 occasions, and 24% had used it on 20–29 occasions. Respondents clearly recognized its benefits in terms of their increased knowledge and skills (96%), strengthening of relationships with colleagues (92%) and decreased sense of isolation (92%). To build on the success of telepsychiatry there are a number of challenges that health service managers will need to address. Telepsychiatry works most effectively as a tool to complement face-to-face contact. It cannot be promoted as the total solution to the issue of isolation from mainstream services. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2001
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