Healthcare-Associated Infections Controller: Concept Development
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Healthcare-Associated Infections Controller: Concept Development
Abstract
Objective: To develop the concept of a Healthcare-Associated Infections Controller.
Method: A qualitative methodological study, based on the Hybrid Model of Concept Development, conducted in three phases: Theoretical Phase (through a scoping review with a sample of 28 studies), Field Phase (online meeting with 30 professionals in the field), and Final Analytical Phase (data analysis and concept definition).
Results: The antecedents, attributes, and consequences identified in the theoretical phase were similar to those described by the professionals. In the field phase, the majority of professionals defined "Infection Controller" as the most appropriate term for this professional. In the final analytical phase, the elements identified in the previous phases were similar; however, they had particularities.
Final considerations: The concept of a Healthcare-Associated Infections Controller was developed, providing nurses with a better understanding of their role in care delivery and enhancing their awareness of their actions.
Objetivo:: Desarrollar el concepto de Controlador de Infecciones Relacionadas con la Atención de Salud.
Método:: Estudio metodológico cualitativo, basado en el Modelo Híbrido de Desarrollo de Conceptos, realizado en tres fases: Fase teórica (mediante una scoping review, con una muestra de 28 estudios), Fase de campo (reunión en línea con 30 profesionales del área) y Fase analítica final (análisis de los datos y definición del concepto).
Resultados:: Los antecedentes, atributos y consecuencias identificados en la fase teórica fueron similares a los descritos por los profesionales. En la fase de campo, la mayoría de los profesionales definieron al “Controlador de infecciones” como el término más adecuado para este profesional. En la fase analítica final, los elementos identificados en las fases anteriores son similares, sin embargo, presentan particularidades.
Consideraciones finales:: Se desarrolló el concepto de Controlador de Infecciones Relacionadas con la Atención de Salud, proporcionando a los enfermeros una mejor comprensión de su rol en la atención prestada y una mayor concienciación sobre sus acciones.
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