Knowledge, safety, and teamwork: a qualitative study on the experiences of anaesthesiologists and nurse anaesthetists working in the preanaesthesia assessment clinic.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The preanaesthesia assessment clinic (PAC) has been shown to contribute to safe anaesthesia assessment in hospitals. In the PAC, patients are assessed with an interview and can also ask relevant questions about anaesthesia. The intention is to ensure that patients are comprehensively prepared for the surgery and hospital stay. Although earlier studies have assessed the effects of PAC, attitudes and satisfaction of the healthcare personnel working in PAC remain unknown. Thus, this study aimed to examine the experiences of anaesthesiologists and nurse anaesthetists working in PACs as well as to explore barriers and facilitators in this context.

Methods

A descriptive qualitative approach was used to explore the experiences of anaesthesiologists and nurse anaesthetist

SUBMITTER: Kristoffersen EW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9527137 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature