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Jake A Muller1, Elizabeth M Forster1, Katina Corones-Watkins1
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Griffith University, Nathan Campus, 170 Kessels Rd, Nathan, QLD 4111, Australia.
Background:
This study aimed to explore the experiences of trans (binary and non-binary) people accessing emergency department care in Australia.
Method:
This qualitative descriptive study utilised a grounded theory approach. Seven people who identified as trans were recruited through social media and trans support groups. Individuals participated in an in-depth narrative interview. Interview transcriptions were analysed using a constant comparative approach.
Results:
Following thematic analysis, four key themes were identified: 1. identity; 2. clinical care; 3. communication; and 4. perceptions of health professional education, beliefs and experience in caring for trans people.
Conclusion:
This study is the first in Australia to explore the experiences of trans people utilising emergency department services. The findings of this study are similar to international data whereby the delivery of gender affirming care in emergency departments is inconsistent, health professionals are perceived as poorly educated and gender identity is inadequately recognised.
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