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Article type: Research Article
Authors: Guay, Manon; | Levasseur, Mélanie; | Turgeon-Londeï, Sophie | Dubois, Marie-France; | Desrosiers, Johanne;
Affiliations: Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada | Research Center on Aging, Health and Social Services Center, University Institute of Geriatrics of Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Note: [] Corresponding author: Manon Guay, Research Center on Aging, Health and Social Services Center, University Institute of Geriatrics of Sherbrooke, 1036 Belvédère sud, Sherbrooke, QC, J1H 4C4, Canada. Tel.: +1 819 821 1170; Fax: +1 819 829 7141; E-mail: Manon.Guay@USherbrooke.ca
Abstract: In Quebec (Canada), home health aides are gradually being involved in choosing bathing equipment for community-dwelling clients with bathing difficulties, a task traditionally performed by occupational therapists. OBJECTIVE: This article explores the support home health aides want in assuming this clinical task. PARTICIPANTS: Three home health aides having previously intervened with clients with bathing difficulties. METHODS: Home health aides were first observed while performing an assessment, followed by an in-depth individual interview. RESULTS: Results indicate that participants wish to be trained to acquire further knowledge about bathing equipment and learn to use a tool that would guide and document their observations. They sought partnership with a designated occupational therapist, who would be available to answer questions and assess clients with a complex clinical situation. CONCLUSIONS: These results suggest that needs of home health aides are not currently met and highlight clinical as well as organizational implications.
Keywords: Skill mix, professional assistant, bath, assistive devices, decision-making
DOI: 10.3233/WOR-121527
Journal: Work, vol. 46, no. 3, pp. 263-271, 2013
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