Abstract
Health care provider's acceptance of telemonitoring is pivotal for implementation. The aim of this study was to determine provider's feelings about telemonitoring using a qualitative method. In regard to method, we interviewed physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses to explore their attitudes toward telemonitoring. Thematic and content analysis strategies were used to identify core concepts and develop categories for coding interview data. Results reveal that providers view telemonitoring as most appropriate for specific types of patients, especially older patients with chronic medical conditions. Telemonitoring offers reassurance to patients and providers. Some providers expressed concerns about excessive information that at times may not be clinically useful. In conclusion, home telemonitoring provides reassurance to patients and health care providers. Taking provider preferences into consideration when implementing telemonitoring may improve provider acceptance of this form of care.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 276-282 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Home Health Care Management and Practice |
Volume | 24 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 2012 |
Keywords
- home telecare
- home telemonitoring
- tele-home care
- telemedicine
- telemonitoring
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Leadership and Management
- Community and Home Care
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health