Radiographers' perspectives on interactional processes during older persons diagnostic medical imaging encounters: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Within a diagnostic medical imaging context, an interaction encompasses communication, physical contact and emotional support. These intricacies are an integral part in achieving a successful medical imaging outcome. An increasing ageing population presents unique challenges and leads to a higher demand for medical imaging services. There is a paucity of literature exploring the specialised knowledge and skills required by radiographers to service optimal person-centred care for elderly patients. The purpose of the study was to explore radiographers' perspectives on interactional processes during older persons diagnostic medical imaging encounters.

Methods

The study used a qualitative exploratory research design with a descriptive approach to gain insights from 12

SUBMITTER: Ding K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10900639 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature