Education needs of nurses in thrombosis and hemostasis: An international, mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The need for a more integrated, multidisciplinary approach to care for individuals with bleeding or clotting disorders has been highlighted in recent years. Evidence-based education adapted to nurses' needs is essential for a successful evolution. However, limited data currently exist on the clinical challenges nurses face in this specialty area.

Objectives

Identify barriers and challenges faced by specialty nurses, and determine possible causes, to develop appropriate educational interventions.

Methods

A mixed-methods study, combining qualitative (semi-structured interviews) and quantitative (online survey) data was conducted on the challenges experienced by hemostasis nurses in nine countries (Argentina, Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Spain, t

SUBMITTER: Lazure P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6332710 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature