Patient Educ Couns. 2023 May 12;113:107793. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2023.107793. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: This descriptive, single-arm study assessed the implementation and patient perceptions of an evidence-based Question Prompt List (QPL), the ASQ brochure, across a network of oncology clinics in a diverse patient population.
METHOD: The QPL was revised in collaboration with stakeholders. Implementation was assessed using the RE-AIM framework. Eligible patients were scheduled for a first appointment with an oncologist at any of eight participating clinics. All participants received the ASQ brochure and completed three surveys: one at baseline, one immediately before, and one following their appointment. Surveys assessed sociodemographic characteristics; communication-related outcomes (perceived knowledge, self-efficacy in interacting with physicians, trust in physicians, distress); and perceptions of the ASQ brochure. Analyses included descriptive statistics and linear mixed-effects models.
RESULTS: Reach: Participants (n = 81) represented the diverse population served by the clinic network.
EFFICACY: All outcomes improved significantly, with no significant differences by clinic site or patient race. Adoption: All eight invited clinics participated and recruited patients. Patient perceptions of the ASQ brochure were overwhelmingly positive.
CONCLUSION: Implementation of the ASQ brochure was successful in this oncology clinic network providing care to a diverse patient population.
PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS: This evidence-based communication intervention can be implemented widely in similar medical contexts and populations.
PMID:37207383 | DOI:10.1016/j.pec.2023.107793
