An Online Pediatric Palliative Care Education and Mentoring (Project ECHO) in Nepal: A Program Implementation Case Study and Assessment of Changes in Healthcare Providers' Knowledge, Confidence, and Attitudes.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The goal of this implementation study was to describe the implementation and evaluation of the impact of an online pediatric palliative care training program in Nepal, using the Project ECHO model.

Methods

The study used mixed methods, including a program case study describing the online learning program and before-and-after surveys of program participants, assessing learning through changes in knowledge, comfort, and attitudes. An end-of-program survey was used to evaluate participants' overall experiences with the learning program and use of the learning resources.

Results

A literature review, stakeholder surveys, and expert input informed the design of the intervention. The course used the Project ECHO model of online education, with modifications based

SUBMITTER: Lynch-Godrei A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10894557 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature