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Gartner JB, Abasse KS, Bergeron F, Landa P, Lemaire C, Côté A. Definition and conceptualization of the patient-centered care pathway, a proposed integrative framework for consensus: a Concept analysis and systematic review. BMC Health Serv Res 2022; 22:558. [PMID: 35473632 PMCID: PMC9040248 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-022-07960-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2022] [Accepted: 04/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Confusion exists over the definition of the care pathway concept and existing conceptual frameworks contain various inadequacies which have led to implementation difficulties. In the current global context of rapidly changing health care systems, there is great need for a standardized definition and integrative framework that can guide implementation. This study aims to propose an accurate and up-to-date definition of care pathway and an integrative conceptual framework. METHODS An innovative hybrid method combining systematic review, concept analysis and bibliometric analysis was undertaken to summarize qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method studies. Databases searched were PubMed, Embase and ABI/Inform. Methodological quality of included studies was then assessed. RESULTS Forty-four studies met the inclusion criteria. Using concept analysis, we developed a fine-grained understanding, an integrative conceptual framework, and an up-to-date definition of patient-centered care pathway by proposing 28 subcategories grouped into seven attributes. This conceptual framework considers both operational and social realities and supports the improvement and sustainable transformation of clinical, administrative, and organizational practices for the benefit of patients and caregivers, while considering professional experience, organizational constraints, and social dynamics. The proposed attributes of a fluid and effective pathway are (i) the centricity of patients and caregivers, (ii) the positioning of professional actors involved in the care pathway, (iii) the operation management through the care delivery process, (iv) the particularities of coordination structures, (v) the structural context of the system and organizations, (vi) the role of the information system and data management and (vii) the advent of the learning system. Antecedents are presented as key success factors of pathway implementation. By using the consequences and empirical referents, such as outcomes and evidence of care pathway interventions, we went beyond the single theoretical aim, proposing the application of the conceptual framework to healthcare management. CONCLUSIONS This study has developed an up-to-date definition of patient-centered care pathway and an integrative conceptual framework. Our framework encompasses 28 subcategories grouped into seven attributes that should be considered in complex care pathway intervention. The formulation of these attributes, antecedents as success factors and consequences as potential outcomes, allows the operationalization of this model for any pathway in any context.
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Affiliation(s)
- Jean-Baptiste Gartner
- Département de management, Faculté des sciences de l'administration, Université Laval, 2325 rue de la Terrasse, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.
- Centre de recherche en gestion des services de santé, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada.
- Centre de recherche du CHU de Québec, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada.
- Centre de recherche du CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, Québec, QC, Canada.
- VITAM, Centre de recherche en santé durable, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada.
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- Département de management, Faculté des sciences de l'administration, Université Laval, 2325 rue de la Terrasse, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
- Centre de recherche en gestion des services de santé, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Centre de recherche du CHU de Québec, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- VITAM, Centre de recherche en santé durable, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
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- Bibliothèque-Direction des services-conseils, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
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- Centre de recherche du CHU de Québec, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Département d'opérations et systèmes de décision, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
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- Université de Strasbourg, EM Strasbourg-Business School, HuManiS, Strasbourg, France
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- Département de management, Faculté des sciences de l'administration, Université Laval, 2325 rue de la Terrasse, Québec, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
- Centre de recherche en gestion des services de santé, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Centre de recherche du CHU de Québec, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
- Centre de recherche du CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, Québec, QC, Canada
- VITAM, Centre de recherche en santé durable, Université Laval, Québec, QC, Canada
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Gambles M, Stirzaker S, Jack BA, Ellershaw JE. The Liverpool Care Pathway in hospices: an exploratory study of doctor and nurse perceptions. Int J Palliat Nurs 2006; 12:414-21. [PMID: 17077800 DOI: 10.12968/ijpn.2006.12.9.21869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Liverpool Care of the Dying Pathway (LCP) was developed to transfer the hospice model of care into other care settings. It is a multiprofessional document providing an evidence-based framework for the dying phase. Widely used in hospitals it has now been adopted for use in hospices. METHOD A qualitative study exploring hospice doctors' and nurses' perceptions of the impact of the LCP using semi-structured interviews of a purposive sample were undertaken in a 30 bed hospice in the north-west of England. Data was thematically analysed for emerging themes. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Eleven interviews were undertaken (eight nurses, three doctors). The results suggest that despite some initial scepticism the LCP has a valuable place in the hospice setting according to the doctors and nurses sampled. Alongside the potential for use in audit and research, perceived benefits include improving documentation, promoting continuity of care and enhancing communication and the care of relatives. Maintaining ongoing education and feedback on the use of the document were highlighted as important mechanisms for ensuring that the delivery of care remained optimum.
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- Maureen Gambles
- Marie Curie Palliative Care Institute-Liverpool, Marie Curie Hospice, Speke Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 8QA, UK.
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Jack BA, Gambles M, Murphy D, Ellershaw JE. Nurses’ perceptions of the Liverpool Care Pathway for the dying patient in the acute hospital setting. Int J Palliat Nurs 2003; 9:375-81. [PMID: 14593273 DOI: 10.12968/ijpn.2003.9.9.11764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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The Liverpool Care Pathway for the dying patient (LCP) was developed to transfer the hospice model of care into other care settings. It is a multiprofessional document that provides an evidence-based framework for the dying phase. It provides guidance on the different aspects of care required including comfort measures, anticipatory prescribing of medication, and discontinuation of inappropriate interventions. Additionally, psychological and spiritual care and family support is included. This article presents the findings of a study to explore hospital nurses' perceptions of the impact of the LCP using focus group interviews. Data were analysed for emerging themes using thematic analysis. The results suggest that the nurses have generally found that the LCP had a positive impact on patients, their families and also on nurses and doctors. This article will explore these benefits, as well as potential barriers to its use.
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- Barbara A Jack
- Edge Hill College School of Health Studies, University Hospital Aintree, Longmore Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AL, UK
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