Publications by authors named "Ami Bitschy"
Article Synopsis
- * The focus on acute management in healthcare systems is affecting the ability of these clients to receive the support they need, which is especially important for those wishing to die at home.
- * The study emphasizes the need to reconsider how these shifts in homecare practices impact families and clients, especially in relation to palliative care principles.
Rationale, Aims And Objectives: There is a large body of literature from all over the world that describes, analyzes, or evaluates home care models and interventions. The present article aims to identify the practical lessons that can be gained from a systematic examination of that literature.
Method: We conducted a three-step sequential search process from which 113 documents were selected.
Article Synopsis
- The study examines how the self-perceived competence of nurses and care aides in palliative care affects the implementation of palliative approaches in non-specialized nursing settings dealing with chronic conditions.
- Data was gathered from a survey of 1,468 healthcare professionals across various settings, utilizing the Palliative Care Nursing Self-Competence Scale to assess their skills.
- Results indicate that patient identification and work environment also influence the application of palliative care, while confirming the reliability and validity of the competence measurement tool used in the research.