Identification of the multimorbidity training needs of primary care professionals: Protocol of a survey.

ABSTRACT: Current epidemiological situation has prompted the consideration of multimorbility (MM) as a prevalent condition, influenced by age, educational level and social support, related to unfavorable social and health determinants. Primary Care (PC) has a key role in its approach but further training of professionals in MM is required. The evidence on the effectiveness of training interventions in MM is still limited. Knowing the experiences, opinions and training needs of professionals is essential to enhance training interventions.

Objectives

Identify perceived training needs by PC health professionals (doctors and nurses) in MM and polypharmacy.

Methods

Design: Cross-sectional study based on an online survey (anonymous-ad hoc questionnaire). Participants and recruitment: 384 doc

SUBMITTER: Leiva-Fernandez F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8371279 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature