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View article: Navigating cultural diversity in diabetes care: Insights from Australian healthcare professionals
Navigating cultural diversity in diabetes care: Insights from Australian healthcare professionals Open
Aim To address the growing challenge of diabetes management in culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) populations, this study explores healthcare professionals' (HCPs) knowledge, attitudes, and practices on providing culturally appro…
View article: What are the key capabilities needed by university teachers and are these embedded in existing frameworks?
What are the key capabilities needed by university teachers and are these embedded in existing frameworks? Open
This study aims to identify the key capabilities needed by university teachers and to examine the extent to which current university frameworks specify and define standards for these skills. This paper is based on extensive literature revi…
View article: User perceptions of surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis guidelines in orthopaedic surgery in a tertiary Australian hospital
User perceptions of surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis guidelines in orthopaedic surgery in a tertiary Australian hospital Open
Background Surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis remains the most common indication for antimicrobial use in Australian hospitals. Despite efforts to improve practice, adherence to guideline recommendations continues to be suboptimal across s…
View article: Optimising Asthma Self-Management: Preliminary Validation of an Arabic Version of the Inhaler Technique Questionnaire
Optimising Asthma Self-Management: Preliminary Validation of an Arabic Version of the Inhaler Technique Questionnaire Open
Background: Correct inhaler technique is vital for managing respiratory conditions like asthma. Patients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are at higher risk of sub-optimal adherence and errors in inhaler technique. Th…
View article: The influence of beliefs and health literacy on medication-related outcomes in older adults: A cross-sectional study
The influence of beliefs and health literacy on medication-related outcomes in older adults: A cross-sectional study Open
Older adults who perceive their medicines as necessary are more inclined to report use of multiple medicines, leading to polypharmacy. Additionally, older adults with stronger beliefs in the necessity of medicines and higher levels of heal…
View article: Healthcare Professionals’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Providing Care to Southeast Asian Immigrants with Cardiometabolic Syndrome: A Scoping Review
Healthcare Professionals’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Providing Care to Southeast Asian Immigrants with Cardiometabolic Syndrome: A Scoping Review Open
Objective There is a growing emphasis on healthcare professionals’ (HCPs) role in managing cardiometabolic risk factors to reduce health disparity for immigrants in developed countries. This scoping review aimed to analyse evidence about H…
View article: Exploring Experiences and Asthma Management Among Middle Eastern Arabic-Speaking Migrants and Refugees with Asthma: A Qualitative Study
Exploring Experiences and Asthma Management Among Middle Eastern Arabic-Speaking Migrants and Refugees with Asthma: A Qualitative Study Open
This research addresses a knowledge gap concerning asthma control among Middle Eastern immigrants. It provides insights into their beliefs and medication adherence. It underscores the importance of considering the unique characteristics of…
View article: Professional skill priorities: Comparison views of osteopathy industry professionals and osteopathy students
Professional skill priorities: Comparison views of osteopathy industry professionals and osteopathy students Open
ObjectiveThis paper investigates the perceptions, attitudes and experiences of osteopathy students who had opportunity to engage with differing curriculum interventions focused on patient communication, and compare these with those of indu…
View article: The influence of patients’ beliefs about medicines and the relationship with suboptimal medicine use in community-dwelling older adults: a systematic review of quantitative studies
The influence of patients’ beliefs about medicines and the relationship with suboptimal medicine use in community-dwelling older adults: a systematic review of quantitative studies Open
View article: Electronic health records and e-prescribing in Australia: An exploration of technological utilisation in Australian community pharmacies
Electronic health records and e-prescribing in Australia: An exploration of technological utilisation in Australian community pharmacies Open
In Australian community pharmacies, EHR and e-prescribing may enhance patient care but come with challenges such as data completeness, technical issues, and usability concerns. Implementing successful integration relies on user-centric des…
View article: The role of pharmacist in community palliative care—a scoping review
The role of pharmacist in community palliative care—a scoping review Open
Objectives Dynamic and adaptive services that provide timely access to care are pivotal to ensuring patients with palliative needs experience high-quality care. Patients who have palliative care needs may require symptomatic relief with me…
View article: Educational Interventions in Immigrants for Asthma and COPD: A Systematic Review
Educational Interventions in Immigrants for Asthma and COPD: A Systematic Review Open
More research is needed on asthma and COPD management in immigrants. The interventions included in this review had positive effects on outcomes like inhaler technique and asthma knowledge. However, due to variability in outcome measures, i…
View article: The Influence of Social and Individual Factors on Medicine Use in Older Adults
The Influence of Social and Individual Factors on Medicine Use in Older Adults Open
Objective: To quantitatively explore the social and individual factors (including beliefs, experiences, and health literacy) that may affect medicine use in older adults. Design: A descriptive research approach with quantitative-based meth…
View article: Benefits and barriers associated with e-prescribing in community pharmacy – A systematic review
Benefits and barriers associated with e-prescribing in community pharmacy – A systematic review Open
View article: Evaluation of local guideline introduction on surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis prescribing for open reduction internal fixations at an Australian tertiary hospital
Evaluation of local guideline introduction on surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis prescribing for open reduction internal fixations at an Australian tertiary hospital Open
Background Guidelines advocate for the use of single‐dose prophylaxis in open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) procedures. The presence of local (institutional) guidelines may assist in the uptake of evidence‐based recommendations. Aim T…
View article: Teaching and Learning Interventions Designed to Improve Cultural Competence in Health Profession Students: A Systematic Review
Teaching and Learning Interventions Designed to Improve Cultural Competence in Health Profession Students: A Systematic Review Open
Purpose: Developing healthcare profession students’ cultural competency knowledge, skills and attributes is critical to meet the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse healthcare service consumers. The purpose of this systematic re…
View article: Coping mechanisms used by pharmacists to deal with stress, what is helpful and what is harmful?
Coping mechanisms used by pharmacists to deal with stress, what is helpful and what is harmful? Open
View article: Dosage Form Modification, a Simulation Activity between Nursing and Pharmacy Students
Dosage Form Modification, a Simulation Activity between Nursing and Pharmacy Students Open
Background: The aim of this exploratory pilot study was to evaluate student perceptions of a simulation activity involving undergraduate nursing and pharmacy students. The key question was “how do nursing and pharmacy students respond in a…
View article: Erratum to “A qualitative exploration of the impact of knowledge and perceptions about hypertension in medication adherence in Middle Eastern refugees and migrants” [Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy 3C (2021) 100038]
Erratum to “A qualitative exploration of the impact of knowledge and perceptions about hypertension in medication adherence in Middle Eastern refugees and migrants” [Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy 3C (2021) 100038] Open
View article: How is surgical antibiotic prophylaxis prescribed for open reduction internal fixation procedures by Australian orthopaedic surgeons?
How is surgical antibiotic prophylaxis prescribed for open reduction internal fixation procedures by Australian orthopaedic surgeons? Open
Surgical antibiotic prophylaxis (SAP) reduces the risk of surgical site infections following open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) procedures. Current guidelines recommend the use of single‐dose prophylaxis for ORIF procedures. It is kno…
View article: Attitudes and Knowledge of, and Preferences for Learning about Cultural Competence: A Study of Pharmacy Students from One Australian Pharmacy Program
Attitudes and Knowledge of, and Preferences for Learning about Cultural Competence: A Study of Pharmacy Students from One Australian Pharmacy Program Open
Culturally and linguistically diverse populations, particularly asylum seekers, face challenges in accessing healthcare services. Pharmacists need to be capable of identifying and responding appropriately to the needs of diverse population…
View article: A new sustainable change theoretical framework for the professional disciplines
A new sustainable change theoretical framework for the professional disciplines Open
This paper contends that one key reason for the lack of adoption of comprehensive change models based in higher education (HE) teaching and learning is that they lack a strong theoretical underpinning, thus potentially impeding their effec…
View article: Surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis in open reduction internal fixation procedures at a metropolitan hospital in Australia: a retrospective audit
Surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis in open reduction internal fixation procedures at a metropolitan hospital in Australia: a retrospective audit Open
View article: A qualitative exploration of the impact of knowledge and perceptions about hypertension in medication adherence in Middle Eastern refugees and migrants
A qualitative exploration of the impact of knowledge and perceptions about hypertension in medication adherence in Middle Eastern refugees and migrants Open
Understanding the factors that prevent adherence to hypertension in Middle Eastern refugees addressed the gap in the literature regarding refugees' beliefs and medication adherence. Future studies are recommended to assess the improvement …
View article: The association between social support and medication adherence in patients with hypertension: A systematic review
The association between social support and medication adherence in patients with hypertension: A systematic review Open
Background: Medication adherence is a primary determinant of treatment success in hypertensive patients. One of the challenges for healthcare providers that has received little attention is the impact of patients’ social supports on medica…
View article: A pharmacist health coaching trial evaluating behavioural changes in participants with poorly controlled hypertension
A pharmacist health coaching trial evaluating behavioural changes in participants with poorly controlled hypertension Open
View article: Factors that influence adherence to surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis (SAP) guidelines: a systematic review
Factors that influence adherence to surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis (SAP) guidelines: a systematic review Open
Background Despite the extensive research that has been conducted to date, practice often differs from established guidelines and will vary between individuals and organisations. It has been noted that the global uptake of local and intern…
View article: The association between social support and me dication adherence in patients with hypertension: A systematic review
The association between social support and me dication adherence in patients with hypertension: A systematic review Open
Background: Medication adherence is a primary determinant of treatment success in hypertensive patients. One of the challenges for healthcare providers that has received little attention is the impact of patients’ social supports on medica…
View article: A Pilot Australian Pharmacist Health Coaching Trial of Participants with Poorly Controlled Hypertension: A Qualitative Study of Participants’ and Coaches’ Experiences
A Pilot Australian Pharmacist Health Coaching Trial of Participants with Poorly Controlled Hypertension: A Qualitative Study of Participants’ and Coaches’ Experiences Open
Analysis of interviews showed that participants experienced a variety of positive health changes. Changes included a better understanding of health coaching, more realistic beliefs about hypertension, and improved management of hypertensio…
View article: <p>The Role of Medication Beliefs on Medication Adherence in Middle Eastern Refugees and Migrants Diagnosed with Hypertension in Australia</p>
The Role of Medication Beliefs on Medication Adherence in Middle Eastern Refugees and Migrants Diagnosed with Hypertension in Australia Open
Medication beliefs are potentially modifiable and are reasonable targets for clinical interventions designed to improve medication adherence. Understanding these beliefs and the likely differences between refugees and migrants is crucial t…