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Understanding experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients at the emergency departments in Australia.
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Emergency Medicine Australasia . Aug2023, Vol. 35 Issue 4, p595-599. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Objectives: The present study describes the experiences of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients and the factors that shaped their experiences of ED visits in regional settings. Methods: This is a qualitative descriptive study. We conducted semi‐structured in‐depth interviews with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients who used the ED services at three hospitals in New South Wales, Northern Territory and South Australia. We coded the collected data and analysed them using a thematic analysis technique. Results: A total of 33 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients participated. Analyses of their experiences revealed four themes, which included: (i) patients' waiting times in ED; (ii) cultural determinants of health; (iii) treatment services; and (iv) safety, security and privacy. Conclusions: A holistic approach and a robust hospital commitment to address cultural needs while considering overall health, social and emotional wellbeing, will enhance Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients' satisfaction for ED visits. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 17426731
- Volume :
- 35
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Emergency Medicine Australasia
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 164936005
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/1742-6723.14172