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Parents' Perceptions of the Factors Influencing the Uptake of Remote Pediatric Hearing Aid Support: Development of a Conceptual Framework.
- Source :
- JMIR Pediatrics & Parenting; Jan-Dec2023, Vol. 6 Issue 1, p1-11, 11p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Background: To achieve effective integration of virtual care into family-centered audiology practices, participatory research methods, including parents as vital participants in the delivery of pediatric audiology care, should be considered. A better understanding of the barriers and facilitators influencing the adoption of virtual care for families is warranted. Objective: This study aimed to develop a conceptual framework of the factors perceived to influence the adoption of remote pediatric hearing aid support among the parents of children with hearing loss. Methods: A total of 12 parents of children who wear hearing aids, between the ages of 0-17 years, were recruited to participate in group or individual interviews as part of the 6-step participatory-based concept mapping (CM) process. Data collection was specific to parents in a Canadian context. Analyses included multidimensional scaling and hierarchical cluster analysis. Results: The CM process resulted in 6 main themes, displayed in a cluster map according to their order of importance. These themes include access to timely, consistent care; technology considerations; convenience; child engagement; cost; and partnership considerations. Key underlying statements and subthemes are highlighted per theme. Conclusions: Findings from this study demonstrate the use of CM in participatory research with parents and as part of a family-centered care model. Future research should aim to investigate the factors that influence the uptake of remote hearing aid support in different contexts, for example, in low- to middle-income countries versus those in high-income countries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 25616722
- Volume :
- 6
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- JMIR Pediatrics & Parenting
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177833670
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.2196/47358