Barriers to the implementation of virtual care programmes for patients with chronic wounds: Qualitative empirical research

ConclusionThe findings of the present study identified different barriers in the implementation of virtual care for patients with chronic wounds. In order to successfully develop a virtual care programme, it is necessary to adopt suitable policies regarding information and communication technology, provide the necessary legal frameworks, assign an adequate budget and consider the ethical, cultural, social and social issues.Implications for the Profession and/or Patient CareIdentifying barriers to developing a virtual care programme will help manage patients with chronic wounds at home.ImpactThis study accurately identifies barriers to providing virtual care for patients with chronic wounds and helps plan to address these barriers and facilitate the development of a virtual care programme for these patients at home.Reporting MethodThis research has adhered to the SRQR reporting guideline.No Patient or Public ContributionThe involvement of patients or the public in the design, or conduct, or reporting, or dissemination plans of this research was not suitable.

Source: Nursing Open - August 24, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Nasib Babaei, Vahid Zamanzadeh, Leila Valizadeh, Mojgan Lotfi, Ahmad Kousha, Taha Samad ‐Soltani, Marziyeh Avazeh Tags: EMPIRICAL RESEARCH QUALITATIVE Source Type: research