Experiences of supported isolation in returning travellers during the early COVID-19 response: a qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

(1) To understand the experiences and perceptions of those who underwent supported isolation, particularly in relation to factors that were associated with improved compliance and well-being; (2) to inform recommendations for the management of similar supported isolation procedures.

Design

We carried out a qualitative study using semistructured interviews to capture participants' experiences and perceptions of supported isolation. Data were analysed using the framework approach, a type of thematic analysis that is commonly used in research that has implications for policy.

Setting

Telephone interviews carried out within approximately 1 month of an individual leaving supported isolation.

Participants

26 people who underwent supported isolation at eith

SUBMITTER: Carter H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8313304 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature