Accepted for/Published in: JMIR Research Protocols
Date Submitted: Jul 20, 2023
Open Peer Review Period: Jul 20, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023
Date Accepted: Jan 7, 2024
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Development of a Core Outcome Set for Family and Community Nursing: A Delphi Study Protocol
ABSTRACT
Background:
Background:
Family and Community Nurses (FCNs) play a crucial role in delivering primary care to patients within their homes and communities. A key aspect of their role involves various health interventions, which are influenced by their unique competencies, such as health promotion, advanced clinical knowledge, and strong interpersonal skills. However, it is essential to understand which specific health outcomes these interventions impact to better understand the relationship between FCNs’ skills and the health results.
Objective:
Objective:
This study aims to outline the steps we will take to develop a set of core outcomes. These outcomes will be particularly sensitive to the health interventions carried out by FCNs, providing a clearer picture of their practice’s impact.
Methods:
Methods:
A Delphi survey will be used for this research, conducted from January 2024 to December 2024. The process will involve five steps and input from three stakeholder categories. These stakeholders will help identify a preliminary list of outcomes that will form the basis of our core outcome set (COS).
Results:
Results:
This guideline will be beneficial for a wide range of stakeholders involved in COS development, including COS developers, trialists, systematic reviewers, journal editors, policymakers, and patient groups. As of January 2024, we have successfully completed the first stage of the study, with the stakeholder group approving the reported outcomes and assigning participant lists for each stakeholder group.
Conclusions:
Conclusions:
This study will provide a roadmap for identifying the key health outcomes influenced by the interventions of FCNs. The multi-stakeholder, multi-phase approach will ensure a comprehensive and inclusive process. Ultimately, the findings will enhance our understanding of FCNs’ impact on health outcomes, leading to more effective primary care strategies and policies.
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