Advanced practice nurses and their potential in home care for frail patients in rural France: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Context

The ageing population in Europe, particularly in rural areas, creates new health challenges, including patients with multiple comorbidities and difficult access to care. Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) could play a key role in improving access and care for frail older patients in France's rural areas, although how to achieve this remains unclear.

Aim

This study aimed to identify the healthcare needs of frail patients living at home in rural areas and those of their healthcare providers to assess the potential role of APNs in addressing these needs.

Methods

This interpretive descriptive qualitative study was conducted from June to September 2023, using focus groups (FGs). Three FGs with 20 participants, including healthcare providers and frail older people, wer

SUBMITTER: Sacchetti A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12624916 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature