Assessment of the coordination of integrated health service delivery networks by the primary health care: COPAS questionnaire validation in the Brazilian context.

abstract：BACKGROUND:General Practitioners (GPs) employ strategies to identify and retrieve medical evidence for clinical decision making which take workload and time constraints into account. Optimal Foraging Theory (OFT) initially developed to study animal foraging for food is used to explore the information searching behaviou...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Dwairy M,Dowell AC,Stahl JC

更新日期：2011-08-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many lifestyle interventions for patients with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) have been investigated in randomised clinical trial settings. However, the translation of these programmes into primary care seems challenging and the prevalence of T2DM is increasing. Therefore, there is an urgent ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Linmans JJ,Spigt MG,Deneer L,Lucas AE,de Bakker M,Gidding LG,Linssen R,Knottnerus JA

更新日期：2011-09-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Delay in cancer diagnosis may have serious prognostic consequences, and some patients experience delays lasting several months. However, we have no knowledge whether such delays are associated with general practitioner (GP) characteristics. The aim of the present study was to analyse whether GP and practice ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Hansen RP,Vedsted P,Sokolowski I,Søndergaard J,Olesen F

更新日期：2011-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Self-management support is widely accepted for the management of chronic conditions. Self-management often requires behaviour change in patients, in which primary care nurses play a pivotal role. To support patients in changing their behaviour, the structured behaviour change Activate intervention was develo...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Westland H,Koop Y,Schröder CD,Schuurmans MJ,Slabbers P,Trappenburg JCA,Vervoort SCJM

更新日期：2018-12-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease commonly encountered in primary care. This study aimed to audit COPD care at primary care clinics of Hong Kong and to work out improvement strategies. METHOD:All COPD patients aged 40 or above who had been followed up at 13 public pr...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Chen XRC,Leung SH,Li YC

更新日期：2020-09-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The benefits of smoking cessation among older people are well documented. Despite this, evidence suggests that older smokers are rarely engaged in smoking cessation efforts, and that existing tobacco dependence treatments require further tailoring to the specific needs of older smokers. This study assesses t...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Huddlestone L,Walker GM,Hussain-Mills R,Ratschen E

更新日期：2015-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Late diagnosis is considered to be a major factor contributing to poorer cancer survival rates in the UK. Interventions have focussed on the promotion of earlier diagnosis in patients with potential cancer symptoms. However, to assess the effectiveness of these interventions, the time from symptom onset to p...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Mills K,Emery J,Cheung C,Hall N,Birt L,Walter FM

更新日期：2014-10-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:General practitioners (GPs) often lack time and resources to invest in health education; audiovisual messages broadcast in the waiting room may be a useful educational tool. This work was designed to assess the effect of a message inviting patients to ask for a tetanus booster vaccination. METHODS:A quasi e...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Eubelen C,Brendel F,Belche JL,Freyens A,Vanbelle S,Giet D

更新日期：2011-09-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little is known about psychological impact of disclosing lifestyle-related diseases. Previous studies discussed the long-term psychological impact of disease disclosure, and a significant psychological impact was not observed. This study clarified the psychological impact on anxiety state of patients when li...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Tominaga T,Matsushima M,Nagata T,Moriya A,Watanabe T,Nakano Y,Hirayama Y,Fujinuma Y

更新日期：2015-05-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fax referral services that connect smokers to state quitlines have been implemented in 49 U.S. states and territories and promoted as a simple solution to improving smoker assistance in medical practice. This study is an in-depth examination of the systems-level changes needed to implement and sustain a fax ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Cantrell J,Shelley D

更新日期：2009-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Distress is an expected emotional response to a negative life event. Experiences common in later life may trigger distress such as bereavement or loss of physical mobility. Distress is considered to be distinct to anxiety and/or depression and is not diagnostically labelled as a mental health problem. Older ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Moult A,Kingstone T,Chew-Graham CA

更新日期：2020-05-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Overuse of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) - frequently used for relieving symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD) - raises long-term safety concerns, warranting evidence-based non-drug interventions. We conducted a systematic review to evaluate the effect of head-of-bed elevation on relieving sympt...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Albarqouni L,Moynihan R,Clark J,Scott AM,Duggan A,Del Mar C

更新日期：2021-01-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is underdiagnosed in the UK and the assessment and diagnosis pathway often involves a general practitioner (GP) referral to secondary care services. GPs' levels of knowledge and understanding about ADHD is often a significant barrier in patients accessing care....

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： French B,Daley D,Perez Vallejos E,Sayal K,Hall CL

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Female urinary incontinence is underdiagnosed and undertreated in primary care. There is little evidence on factors that determine whether women with urinary incontinence are referred to specialist services. This study aimed to investigate characteristics associated with referrals from primary to specialist ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Gurol-Urganci I,Geary RS,Mamza JB,Iwagami M,El-Hamamsy D,Duckett J,Wilson A,Tincello D,van der Meulen J

更新日期：2020-10-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low participation rates among ethnic minorities in preventive healthcare services are worrisome and not well understood. The objective of this study was to explore how adults of Turkish and Moroccan origin living in the Netherlands, aged 45 years and older, can be reached to participate in health checks for ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Bukman AJ,Teuscher D,Ben Meftah J,Groenenberg I,Crone MR,van Dijk S,Bos MB,Feskens EJ

更新日期：2016-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Multiple diagnostic algorithms for heart failure exist. However, it is unclear whether these algorithms are incorporated in the 'scripts' clinicians use in every day practice. Scripts are networks of organised knowledge that are acquired and accumulated during clinical training and are refined with each clin...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Decaluwe K,Degryse J,Vaes B

更新日期：2016-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Diuretics are recommended as initial treatment for hypertension. Several studies have suggested suboptimal persistence and adherence to thiazide diuretic monotherapy; this study compared patient persistence and adherence with hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) monotherapy to fixed-dose combinations containing HCTZ. ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Patel BV,Remigio-Baker RA,Thiebaud P,Preblick R,Plauschinat C

更新日期：2008-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Switzerland is facing a shortage of primary care physicians (PCPs); government organizations therefore suggested a broad variety of interventions to promote primary care. The aim of the study was to prioritize these interventions according to the acceptance and perceived barriers of most relevant groups of p...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Tandjung R,Djalali S,Hasler S,Scherz N,Rosemann T,Markun S

更新日期：2015-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several studies have been performed to understand the way family physicians apply knowledge from medical research in practice. However, very little is known concerning family physicians in Switzerland. In an environment in which information constantly accumulates, it is crucial to identify the major sources ...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Bengough T,Bovet E,Bécherraz C,Schlegel S,Burnand B,Pidoux V

更新日期：2015-12-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There are caregivers who see their quality of life (QoL) impaired due to the demands of their caregiving tasks, while others manage to adapt and overcome the crises successfully. The influence of the family function in the main caregiver's situation has not been the subject of much evaluation. The aim of thi...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Rodríguez-Sánchez E,Pérez-Peñaranda A,Losada-Baltar A,Pérez-Arechaederra D,Gómez-Marcos MÁ,Patino-Alonso MC,García-Ortiz L

更新日期：2011-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of this study is in a general practice trial setting to identify predictive factors for weight loss after 1 year among young adults who are over-weight or obese and who have several psychosocial problems. METHODS:Twenty-eight general practitioners recruited 495 patients aged 20-45 years with psychos...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Lous J,Freund KS

更新日期：2016-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The successful implementation of cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention guidelines relies heavily on primary care physicians (PCPs) providing risk factor evaluation, intervention and patient education. The aim of this study was to ascertain the degree of awareness and implementation of the Spanish adaptatio...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Brotons C,Lobos JM,Royo-Bordonada MÁ,Maiques A,de Santiago A,Castellanos Á,Diaz S,Obaya JC,Pedro-Botet J,Moral I,Lizarbe V,Moreno R,Pérez A,Cordero A,Fornés-Ubeda F,Serrano-Saiz B,Camafort-Babkowski M,Elosua R,Sans S

更新日期：2013-03-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Though screening and intervention for alcohol and tobacco misuse are effective, primary care screening and intervention rates remain low. Previous studies have increased intervention rates using vital signs screening for tobacco misuse and clinician prompts for screen-positive patients for both alcohol and t...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Seale JP,Shellenberger S,Velasquez MM,Boltri JM,Okosun I,Guyinn M,Vinson D,Cornelius M,Johnson JA

更新日期：2010-03-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Audits have shown numerous deficiencies in the quality of hypertension and diabetes primary care in Barbados, despite distribution of regional guidelines. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes and practices, and the barriers faced by primary care practitioners in Barbados concerning the recom...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Adams OP,Carter AO

更新日期：2010-12-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Electronic Health Record (EHR) is now widely used in clinical encounters. Because its use can negatively impact the physician-patient relationship, several recommendations on the "patient-centered" use of the EHR have been published. However, the impact of training to improve EHR use during clinical enco...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Lanier C,Dominicé Dao M,Hudelson P,Cerutti B,Junod Perron N

更新日期：2017-05-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Personal continuity is a core value for family practice, but policy and performance targets emphasise other aspects of care, particularly waiting times for consultation. This study examined patient and general practitioner (GP) perceptions of the value of personal continuity and rapid access, and the relatio...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Guthrie B,Wyke S

更新日期：2006-02-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:General Practice Co-Operatives provide most out of hours care in communities in Ireland. Limited data exists on patient complaints. This study reports on complaints at Kildare and West Wicklow Doctors on Call ('K Doc'), a GP Co-Operative in Ireland, examining the impact of a formal risk reduction strategy im...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Barragry RA,Varadkar LE,Hanlon DK,Bailey KF,O'Dowd TC,O'Shea BJ

更新日期：2016-07-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:It is commonplace for lay caregivers to overlook their own health concerns when supporting someone with advanced cancer. During this time, caregivers' needs as patients are often marginalised by health professionals, including General Practitioners (GPs), who may miss the breadth of caregivers' needs by focu...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Burridge LH,Mitchell GK,Jiwa M,Girgis A

更新日期：2011-10-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients vary widely when making decisions to consult primary care. Some present frequently with trivial illness: others delay with serious disease. Differences in health service provision may play a part in this. We aimed to explore whether and how patients' consulting intentions take account of their perce...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Campbell NC,Iversen L,Farmer J,Guest C,MacDonald J

更新日期：2006-04-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Specialised diabetes teams, specifically certified nurse and dietitian diabetes educator teams, are being integrated part-time into primary care to provide better care and support for Canadians living with diabetes. This practice model is being implemented throughout Canada in an effort to increase patient a...

journal_title：BMC family practice

authors： Gucciardi E,Espin S,Morganti A,Dorado L

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00