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Patient and healthcare professionals' perceived barriers and facilitators to the implementation of psychosocial screening in cardiac practice: A Delphi study.

Authors :
van den Houdt, Sophie C.M.
Widdershoven, Jos
Kupper, Nina
Source :
General Hospital Psychiatry. Nov2023, Vol. 85, p104-113. 10p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Psychosocial risk factors contribute to the incidence and progression of coronary heart disease (CHD). Psychosocial screening may identify individuals who are at risk and aid them with getting appropriate care. To successfully implement psychosocial screening in the cardiology practice, the current study aims to identify key barriers and facilitators to its implementation and evaluate their perceived importance among health care professionals (HCPs) and patients. We took a modified 3-round Delphi study approach to gain insight into key determinants that could either impede or ease implementation. Round 1 gathered data from HCPs (n = 9; cardiologists, medical psychologists, cardiac nurses) and CHD patients (n = 21), which we transcribed verbatim, coded, and processed into unique determinants. In rounds 2 and 3, participants were asked to select the most relevant determinants and rank them based on importance. Subsequently, determinants were classified by implementation level. Patients were generally more positive towards screening. HCP barriers included time-constraints, disruption of primary activities, and limited knowledge on psychosocial risk and screening, while patient barriers were commonly related to accessibility and patient characteristics (e.g., health literacy, motivation). Facilitators of both groups mainly pertained to the use of the screener and follow-up care, such as increasing the accessibility and the benefits of the screener. Barriers may be targeted by enhancing the effects of the facilitators. Increasing the accessibility to the screener and interventions, improving information provision, and appointing a contact person to oversee the screening process may ease the screening and care process for both patients and HCPs. • Cardiovascular guidelines recommend screening for psychosocial risk. • Implementation comprehensive screening has several barriers and facilitators. • Challenges differ across implementation levels for HCPs and patients. • Improved accessibility, information, and coordination are needed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01638343
Volume :
85
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
General Hospital Psychiatry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
174034593
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2023.10.002