Barriers and enablers to implementing scalp cooling in Australia: a qualitative study of health professionals ’ attitudes to and experience with scalp cooling

ConclusionsThis qualitative study provides the first methodological exploration of Australian health professionals ’ perceptions of barriers and enablers to scalp cooling uptake. The results highlighted health professional support drives the introduction of scalp cooling. Integration of the technology requires adjustments to nursing practice to manage the increased time, workload and change in patient flow. St rategies to manage the change in practice and organisational support for change in work flow are essential for successful implementation into routine care.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research