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ArticleJMIR medical informatics2024

Exploring Health Care Professionals' Perspectives on the Use of a Medication and Care Support System and Recommendations for Designing a Similar Tool for Family Caregivers: Interview Study Among Health Care Professionals.

Aimerence Ashimwe, Nadia Davoody

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Aimerence AshimweKarolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.ORCID 0009-0002-2834-8298
Nadia Davoody *Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.ORCID 0000-0003-1813-8529

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backgroundWith the aging population on the rise, the demand for effective health care solutions to address adverse drug events is becoming increasingly urgent. Telemedicine has emerged as a promising solution for strengthening health care delivery in home care settings and mitigating drug errors. Due to the indispensable role of family caregivers in daily patient care, integrating digital health tools has the potential to streamline medication management processes and enhance the overall quality of patient care.

objectiveThis study aims to explore health care professionals' perspectives on the use of a medication and care support system (MCSS) and collect recommendations for designing a similar tool for family caregivers.

methodsFifteen interviews with health care professionals in a home care center were conducted. Thematic analysis was used, and 5 key themes highlighting the importance of using the MCSS tool to improve medication management in home care were identified.

resultsAll participants emphasized the necessity of direct communication between health care professionals and family caregivers and stated that family caregivers need comprehensive information about medication administration, patient conditions, and symptoms. Furthermore, the health care professionals recommended features and functions customized for family caregivers.

conclusionsThis study underscored the importance of clear communication between health care professionals and family caregivers and the provision of comprehensive instructions to promote safe medication practices. By equipping family caregivers with essential information via a tool similar to the MCSS, a proactive approach to preventing errors and improving outcomes is advocated.

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CaregiversHealth PersonnelAdultAttitude of Health PersonnelFemaleHome Care ServicesHumansInterviews as TopicMaleMiddle AgedQualitative ResearchTelemedicineeHealthfamily caregivershome caremedication managementmHealthmobile healthmobile phonetelemedicine

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