Integrated primary healthcare delivery of hypertension and diabetes services: A task analysis of nurses and doctors in Rural Philippines
https://doi.org/10.47895/amp.vi0.9070
- Author:
Reiner Lorenzo J. Tamayo
1
;
Angela James L. Chua
2
;
Catherin Cimatu-Toyeng
3
;
TJ Robinson T. Moncatar
1
Author Information
1. Department of Health Policy and Administration, College of Public Health, University of the Philippines Manila
2. College of Nursing, University of the Philippines Manila
3. Indigenous Peoples Education for Arts Culture and Empowerment, Inc. (IPEACE Inc.)
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Diabetes Mellitus;
Hypertension;
Primary Health Care;
Delivery of Health Care, Integrated;
Philippines;
Cross-Sectional Studies
- From:
Acta Medica Philippina
2024;58(Early Access 2024):1-14
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objectives:This study aimed to describe the roles and responsibilities of doctors and nurses in managing conditions like hypertension and diabetes in rural areas.
Methods:This study employed a cross-sectional study design using the task analysis methodology. A self-administered questionnaire derived from a national health practice guideline was used. A combination of frequency, criticality, and performance was assessed to identify tasks that needed attention by educators and policymakers.
Results:Of the 142 health workers who participated in the study, 81% were nurses and 19% were doctors. The tasks most frequently performed by these professionals were taking vital signs (88.7%), recording patient history (87.3%), and advising patients on regular follow-ups (86.6%). In terms of criticality, the top three tasks were performing diagnostic tests for acute chest pain (50.8%), diagnosing neurological disorders (49.2%), and referring patients for specialized tests at other facilities (43.6%). However, the tasks perceived as most challenging or outside their capability were the Fagerstorm test for assessing nicotine dependence (57.5%), the AUDIT tool for identifying binge drinkers (55.5%), and fundoscopy for diagnosing diabetic retinopathy (54%).
Conclusion:The primary care practice of the participants typically involved tasks that are centered on health
promotion or disease prevention. Many of the tasks are shared by doctors and nurses, with some highly critical tasks performed less frequently due to a lack of training. Pre-service courses may need to be revised to ensure that health professionals have the required skills to carry out shared tasks.
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