Author:
Landers Amanda,Dawson Danielle,Doolan-Noble Fiona
Abstract
ABSTRACT INTRODUCTIONVarious methods of delivering specialist palliative care to rural areas have been discussed in the literature, but published evaluations of these models are sparse. This study surveyed the stakeholders of a rural specialist palliative care service (SPCS) to help identify potential gaps and inform planning regarding the future vision. METHODSA survey was sent to all relevant stakeholders across the West Coast of New Zealand, including staff in primary care, aged residential care and the hospital. It focused on understanding the local model of palliative care, the quality of the current service and perceived gaps. RESULTSThirty-three per cent of the surveys were returned, from a cross-section of health-care providers. The medical respondents rated the quality of the service higher than nursing and allied health participants. All of the groups reported feeling the specialist palliative care team (SPCT) was under-resourced. Additional educational opportunities were considered essential. DISCUSSIONStakeholders found the service easy to access, but improvements in communication, educational opportunities and forward planning were identified as being needed. This information helps the West Coast SPCT plan its future direction and develop a higher-quality service that meets the needs of all stakeholders.
Subject
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health,General Medicine
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