Impact Of Technology On The Scope Of Qualitative Studies

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Impact of Technologies The scope of qualitative studies includes the investigation of perception and live experience, as you have learned from your readings. For this discussion, you will: (post at least 150 words with at least one APA formatted reference) Locate a qualitative study on one of the areas of patient or staff impact listed below, such as satisfaction or efficiencies in care. Only one study on one topic is required, but the study needs to be qualitative in nature. Make your selection from this topic list. Impact/effect/perception of communications technology such as call centers, telemedicine, hand-held devices (phones, Blackberry, voice-activated systems) on care or satisfaction.

Impact/effect/perception of information systems such as Internet/Intranet information or searches, online access to records and information by consumers, electronic health records, computers. impact/effect/perception of patient care technologies (bedside care technologies, self-administration of p.r.n. medications, monitoring). Address the questions below based on the article you have selected: What elements of the study design made it "qualitative" in nature? Of what value were the results of the study? Who would utilize that information (bedside nurses, nurse managers, nurse researchers, other staff, administrators, patients, families)? What suggestions do you have for the next study that would follow this one to ensure that a study with more rigors (for example, a quantitative study) could be performed?

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For this discussion, I have selected a qualitative study that investigates the impact of telemedicine on patient satisfaction among rural populations. The study aims to explore patients' perceptions, experiences, and attitudes towards receiving healthcare services via telemedicine platforms. The research is qualitative because it employs semi-structured interviews and focus groups to gather in-depth insights into patient experiences, rather than numerical data or statistical analysis. Data analysis involved thematic coding, allowing researchers to identify recurring themes related to trust, convenience, technological challenges, and overall satisfaction.

The value of this study lies in its detailed exploration of patient perceptions, which provide nuanced understanding that quantitative measures might miss. Such information is vital for healthcare providers, hospital administrators, and policymakers seeking to improve telemedicine services, especially in underserved rural areas. By understanding patients' lived experiences, healthcare systems can tailor telehealth approaches to better meet patient needs, enhance engagement, and reduce barriers to care.

Bedside nurses and nurse managers can utilize these findings to develop patient-centered communication strategies and educational programs to address technological hesitancy. Nurse researchers can use the insights to inform further studies examining specific barriers or facilitators to telemedicine adoption. Hospital administrators could leverage the data to allocate resources effectively, improve technological infrastructure, and enhance patient satisfaction metrics.

To build on this qualitative study, future research could incorporate a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative insights with quantitative measures such as satisfaction scores and usage rates. A subsequent study might also employ a quasi-experimental design to evaluate the impact of specific interventions, such as patient education sessions or technological training, on satisfaction levels. This would provide more rigorous, generalizable evidence on effective strategies to enhance telemedicine acceptability and effectiveness.

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