Benchmarking service provision, scope of practice, and skill mix for physiotherapists in adult cystic fibrosis care delivery.
Kathleen HallLyndal MaxwellRobyn CobbRebecca ChambersMark RollScott C BellSuzanne KuysPublished in: Physiotherapy theory and practice (2020)
A large number of physiotherapists were involved in the delivery of services. Recommended respiratory and exercise treatments were frequently provided; however, other recommended activities occurred infrequently. The impact of increasing age, numbers of patients, and complexity of care may be contributing to demand exceeding supply for physiotherapy services. Future studies are required to determine innovative approaches to address the gaps in clinical practice recommendations.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- clinical practice
- primary care
- cystic fibrosis
- palliative care
- end stage renal disease
- mental health
- quality improvement
- affordable care act
- chronic kidney disease
- ejection fraction
- newly diagnosed
- physical activity
- peritoneal dialysis
- prognostic factors
- pseudomonas aeruginosa
- high intensity
- pain management
- patient reported outcomes
- current status
- health insurance
- young adults
- lung function
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease