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Implementing patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in palliative care--users' cry for help
Claudia Bausewein1, Steffen T Simon, Hamid Benalia
1King's College London, Cicely Saunders Institute, Department of Palliative Care, Policy and Rehabilitation, London, UK. Claudia.bausewein@kcl.ac.uk
Health and Quality of Life Outcomes
|April 22, 2011
Summary
Palliative care professionals need more training and guidance to effectively use patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in clinical practice and research, enhancing patient care.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care
- Health Services Research
- Patient-Reported Outcomes
Background:
- Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are increasingly vital in palliative care.
- Limited understanding exists regarding healthcare professionals' perspectives on PROM utilization.
- This study addresses the gap by exploring palliative care professionals' experiences with outcome measures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the utilization of outcome measures by palliative care professionals.
- To understand the experiences and challenges faced by these professionals when using PROMs.
- To identify needs for improved implementation of PROMs in palliative care settings.
Main Methods:
- A web-based online survey was distributed across Europe and Africa.
- Palliative care professionals in clinical care, audit, and research were invited to participate.
- Data collection utilized invitation emails with a questionnaire link.
Main Results:
- A 42% participation rate was achieved, with a 59% completion rate.
- Professionals cited time constraints, burden, and lack of training as barriers to PROM use.
- Key reasons for PROM use included patient assessment, monitoring changes, and service evaluation.
Conclusions:
- Palliative care professionals require enhanced support, including training and guidance, for effective PROM implementation.
- Addressing these needs is crucial for optimizing patient care in both clinical practice and research.
- Improved support can facilitate better integration of PROMs into palliative care.
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