Collaborative Education for Home Ventilation and Oxygen Therapy: The Role of Nurses and Respiratory Therapists in Empowering Patients and Families

Authors: Mohammed AlJohani, Mesfer Al-Ahmari, Hassan Alshehri, Wadha D. Alshemmeri, Feras K.A. Melebari, Manna T. Alshammari, Shatha F. Aldhawi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13751994

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gv9p6k

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Background: Effective management of home ventilation and long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) requires thorough patient and caregiver education. Nurses and respiratory therapists play critical, complementary roles in providing this education to ensure that patients can manage their therapy at home.

Objective: This study explores the collaborative role of nurses and respiratory therapists in educating patients and caregivers on home ventilation and LTOT, focusing on how this teamwork impacts patient confidence, adherence, and outcomes.

Methods: A qualitative study was conducted in a tertiary hospital, with semi-structured interviews conducted with 12 healthcare professionals, 10 patients, and 8 caregivers. Thematic analysis was used to identify key themes related to collaboration, patient confidence, and challenges in education.

Results: Three major themes emerged: (1) Collaborative patient education, (2) Improved patient and caregiver confidence in managing home care, and (3) Challenges in delivering effective education, including time constraints and variability in patient learning abilities. Collaboration between nurses and respiratory therapists was found to significantly enhance patient understanding and adherence.

Conclusion: Interdisciplinary collaboration between nurses and respiratory therapists is essential for effective patient education in home ventilation and LTOT. Addressing time constraints and providing personalized follow-up can further improve patient outcomes.

Keywords: Home ventilation, long-term oxygen therapy, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, nurses, respiratory therapists, chronic respiratory conditions

Paper Id: 231162

Published On: 2020-02-04

Published In: Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2020

Cite This: Collaborative Education for Home Ventilation and Oxygen Therapy: The Role of Nurses and Respiratory Therapists in Empowering Patients and Families - Mohammed AlJohani, Mesfer Al-Ahmari, Hassan Alshehri, Wadha D. Alshemmeri, Feras K.A. Melebari, Manna T. Alshammari, Shatha F. Aldhawi - IJIRMPS Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2020. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13751994

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