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Title: | Qualitative study exploring the feasibility, usability and acceptability of neonatal continuous monitoring technologies at a public tertiary hospital in Nairobi, Kenya |
Authors: | Kinshella, Mai-Lei Woo Naanyu, Violet Chomba, Dorothy Waiyego, Mary Rigg, Jessica Coleman, Jesse Hwang, Bella Ansermino, J Mark Macharia, William M Ginsburg, Amy Sarah |
Keywords: | Feasibility, usability and acceptability Neonates Healthcare setting Resource-constrained Sub-Saharan Africa. Non-invasive, multiparameter |
Issue Date: | 16-Dec-2021 |
Publisher: | BMJ |
Abstract: | Objective To assess the feasibility, usability and acceptability of two non-invasive, multiparameter, continuous physiological monitoring (MCPM) technologies for use in neonates within a resource-constrained healthcare setting in sub-Saharan Africa. Design A qualitative study using in-depth interviews and direct observations to describe healthcare professional and caregiver perspectives and experiences with investigational MCPM technologies from EarlySense and Sibel compared with selected reference technologies. Setting Pumwani Maternity Hospital is a public, high volume, tertiary hospital in Nairobi, Kenya. Participants In-depth interviews were conducted with five healthcare administrators, 12 healthcare providers and 10 caregivers. Direct observations were made of healthcare providers using the technologies on 12 neonates overall. Results Design factors like non-invasiveness, portability, ease-of-use and ability to measure multiple vital signs concurrently emerged as key themes supporting the usability and acceptability of the investigational technologies. However, respondents also reported feasibility challenges to implementation, including overcrowding in the neonatal unit, lack of reliable access to electricity and computers, and concerns about cost and maintenance needs. To improve acceptability, respondents highlighted the need for adequate staffing to appropriately engage caregivers and dispel misconceptions about the technologies. Conclusion Study participants were positive about the usefulness of the investigational technologies to strengthen clinical care quality and identification of at risk neonates for better access to timely interventions. These technologies have the potential to improve equity of access to appropriate healthcare services and neonatal outcomes in sub-Saharan African healthcare facilities. However, health system strengthening is also critical to support sustainable uptake of technologies into routine care |
URI: | http://ir.mu.ac.ke:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/6056 |
Appears in Collections: | School of Medicine |
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