The role of patient and public involvement in rapid qualitative studies: Can we carry out meaningful PPIE with time pressures?

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Rapid qualitative studies conducted with patient and public involvement can help promote policy-relevant and efficient research. There is a need to understand the experiences of researchers, patients, and members of the public to guide the development of good practice and to determine the extent to which rapid qualitative research can be implemented in PPIE projects.

Methods

We conducted a qualitative study to explore the experiences of research teams that carried out studies using rapid techniques with patient and public involvement. We carried out 26 interviews with researchers, coordinators, patients, carers, service users and members of the public.

Results

This study identified needs which related to practical and time constraints. Rapid qualitative r

SUBMITTER: Gilchrist K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9713187 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature