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| Τίτλος: |
Exploring barriers and enablers to cultural competency in lymphoedema services: a survey-based service evaluation. |
| Συγγραφείς: |
Cooper, Garry, Gabe-Walters, Marie, Florentin, David, Morgan, Karen, Thomas, Melanie |
| Πηγή: |
British Journal of Nursing; 10/8/2026, Vol. 35 Issue 18, p902-911, 10p |
| Θεματικοί όροι: |
Lymphedema treatment, Health services accessibility, World Wide Web, Cultural awareness, Medical personnel, Cultural competence, Surveys, Professions, Thematic analysis, Psychosocial factors, Professional competence |
| Γεωγραφικοί όροι: |
United Kingdom |
| Περίληψη: |
Background: Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that impairs mobility, causes pain and reduces quality of life. People from ethnic minority backgrounds appear under-represented in lymphoedema services in Wales, reflecting broader health inequalities across the UK. Purpose: This service evaluation explored barriers and enablers to providing culturally competent lymphoedema care, as reported by health professionals. Methods: An anonymous online survey was distributed to lymphoedema practitioners across the UK. The survey combined self-rating scales of cultural awareness, knowledge and skills with open-text questions. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively, and qualitative responses were examined thematically. Conclusions: Fifty-eight practitioners responded. Most rated their cultural awareness, knowledge and skills above the neutral point, indicating confidence in these areas. However, free-text responses highlighted persistent challenges, including limited time, inconsistent access to training and a lack of culturally inclusive resources. Implications for practice: Targeted workforce development, co-produced educational materials and inclusive communication strategies can support lymphoedema nurses to deliver more equitable, culturally responsive care across the UK. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Βάση Δεδομένων: |
Complementary Index |