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T Kim Rodehorst-Weber1, Susan L Wilhelm, Mary Beth Flanders Stepans
1University of Nebraska Medical Center, Scottsbluff, Nebraska 69361, USA. tkrodeho@unmc.edu
Issues in Comprehensive Pediatric Nursing
|November 19, 2009
Summary
Tribal communities are interested in children's health research and want to be involved. Understanding community perspectives is crucial for nurses conducting research with Native American tribes to ensure beneficial outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Community Health
- Indigenous Research Methods
- Pediatric Asthma
Background:
- Historical exploitation necessitates protective measures in research with Native American tribes.
- Tribal communities require research to be beneficial and meaningful.
- Focus groups are essential for understanding community needs and wishes regarding research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To understand tribal community concerns about pediatric asthma.
- To explore community perceptions on implementing asthma screening programs.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study utilizing an interpretative approach.
- Focus groups were employed to gather community perspectives.
Main Results:
- Themes emerged from focus group discussions regarding community concerns and perceptions.
- Detailed findings are discussed based on thematic analysis of the focus groups.
Conclusions:
- Tribal leaders and parents are keen to participate in research for child health improvement.
- Nurses must understand tribal community perspectives before initiating research.
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