1. Proposes your evidence-based care plan to improve the safety and outcomes for the Vila Health patient with new content added. Notes areas in which further information or data could have been useful in developing the plan.
2.Explains the ways in which you used the specific evidence-based practice model to help develop your care plan. Notes ideas for how to evaluate the positive benefits to patient outcomes.
3.Reflects on which evidence you collected that was most relevant and useful when making decisions regarding the care plan. Discusses the rationale or criteria that was used to determine relevance and usefulness.
4. Identifies benefits and proposes strategies to mitigate the challenges of interdisciplinary collaboration to plan care within the context of a remote team. Discusses how interdisciplinary collaboration could be better leveraged to improve outcomes in future care situations.
5. Communicates via video with clear sound and light. Content delivery is focused, smooth, and well-rehearsed. Includes a narrative of the video. Video presentation is between 5 to 10 minutes.
6. The reference list is from relevant and evidence-based (published within five years) sources, exhibiting flawless adherence to APA format. Cite at least three professional or scholarly sources of evidence to support the assertions you make in your video. Include additional properly cited references as necessary to support your statements.
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Hello, everyone. My name is. This is a presentation on remote collaboration and evidence-based care. Thank you for joining me as I discuss a case study on optimizing outcomes for patients with gender dysphoria. The study examines the challenges and benefits of remote collaboration and evidence-based care. Let us jump into the case of a 25-year-old transgender male living in a rural area, facing barriers to accessing healthcare services. The individual has shown a desire for hormonal and surgical interventions to address their gender dysphoria. Under the guidance of Dr. Smith, our team will begin a collaborative journey, using remote communication and expertise to develop a diverse, evidence-based care plan shaped to meet the patient’s specific needs.
To improve the safety and outcomes of our patients, we propose a comprehensive care plan. Initially, a consensus must be reached on the suggestion to perform a thorough assessment to validate the diagnosis of gender dysphoria and exclude alternative conditions (Cooper et al., 2020). This process may involve additional consultations with specialists, such as psychologists, endocrinologists, and surgeons. Further data from diagnostic tests and psychological assessments would be valuable in informing our treatment decisions.
When developing a care plan, the evidence-based practice model ensures that decisions are rooted in the best available evidence, patient preferences, and clinical expertise (Dusin et al., 2023). By evaluating the literature and consulting with experts in the field, our team will craft a plan tailored to our patient’s unique needs and circumstances. Employing a specific evidence-based practice model as the foundation for developing our care plan ensures that our decisions are grounded in scientific evidence, patient preferences, and clinical expertise. This model involves several key steps. Identifying specific clinical questions about our patient’s condition and treatment options. For example, we asked questions like, “What are the most effective hormonal and surgical interventions for gender dysphoria?” and “What are the potential risks and benefits associated with these interventions?” We conducted a thorough literature search using reliable databases to find relevant studies, guidelines, and expert opinions on gender dysphoria treatment. Our emphasis was on utilizing reputable, peer-reviewed research and established clinical protocols to uphold the credibility and dependability of the evidence.(Goorts et al., 2021).
After gathering relevant literature, we carefully assessed the evidence’s quality, relevance, and applicability to our patient’s circumstances. This included evaluating factors such as study design, methodology, sample size, and potential biases to measure the strength of the evidence. We then integrated the findings from the literature with our clinical expertise, considering our patient’s goals, preferences, and values. This collaborative method ensured that our care plan was evidence-based, patient-centered, and in line with our patient’s desires and needs. The most relevant and helpful evidence we have gathered pertains to the safety and effectiveness of interventions such as surgical procedures and hormone therapy for gender dysphoria, as well as guidelines for diagnostic evaluation and interdisciplinary care. By prioritizing quality, peer-reviewed research, and clinical procedures, we have ensured that our care plan is evidence-based and patient-centered.
Interdisciplinary collaboration gathers different perspectives and expertise, fostering comprehensive patient care. In remote settings, interdisciplinary collaboration helps overcome geographical barriers, granting access to specialized knowledge and resources (Specht et al., 2022). It supports effective care coordination, which is particularly favorable for individuals in rural regions or those with restricted healthcare access. Telehealth can bring necessary physical and occupational therapy services to rural areas. Telehealth is important because it provides therapy to underserved populations living in remote areas that are otherwise unavailable for clients (Harkey et al., 2020). Utilizing teleconferencing platforms and collaborative software enhances communication among team members while clearly defined roles and protocols minimize misunderstandings. Regular virtual meetings allow for case discussions and updates, ensuring continuity of care. Detailed record keeping ensures accountability in the absence of face-to-face interactions.
Such collaboration grants professionals access to vast expertise, leading to informed decision-making and personalized treatment plans. Remote interdisciplinary collaboration enhances coordination and continuity of care across various healthcare settings. Enhanced communication facilitates smooth transitions between services, resulting in more cohesive, patient-centered care. Collaboration encourages innovation and sharing of best practices, promoting continuous improvement and better patient outcomes in future care scenarios (McLaney et al., 2022).
Remote interdisciplinary collaboration presents various advantages for care planning, like optimizing access to specialized knowledge, enhanced coordination, and fostering innovation in healthcare practices. By addressing challenges and utilizing interdisciplinary collaboration efficiently, future care scenarios can yield improved outcomes and more holistic, patient-centric care.
References
Cooper, K., Russell, A., Mandy, W., & Butler, C. (2020). The Phenomenology of Gender Dysphoria in Adults: A systematic review and meta-synthesis. Clinical Psychology Review, 80, 101875.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2020.101875
Dusin, J., Melanson, A., & Mische-Lawson, L. (2023). Evidence-based practice models and frameworks in the healthcare setting: A scoping review. BMJ Open, 13(5), e071188.
https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2022-071188
Harkey, L. C., Jung, S. M., Newton, E. R., & Patterson, A. (2020). Patient satisfaction with telehealth in rural settings: A systematic review. International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 12(2), 53–64.
https://doi.org/10.5195/ijt.2020.6303
McLaney, E., Morassaei, S., Hughes, L., Davies, R., Campbell, M., & Di Prospero, L. (2022). A framework for interprofessional team collaboration in a hospital setting: Advancing team competencies and behaviours. Healthcare Management Forum, 35(2), 112–117.
https://doi.org/10.1177/08404704211063584
Specht, A., & Crowston, K. (2022). Interdisciplinary collaboration from diverse science teams can produce significant outcomes. PLOS ONE, 17(11), e0278043.
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0278043
