Detecting depression in cardiac patients: exploring the implementation of National Heart Foundation recommendations for depression screening in the hospital setting.

Detecting depression in acute coronary syndrome patients: exploring the practice of depression screening as recommended by the National Heart Foundation in the acute care environment.

Status

Not yet recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Observational

Source

ANZCTR

Registry ID

ACTRN12615001165572

Enrollment

Registered

2015-11-02

Start date

2015-11-30

Completion date

2016-11-30

Last updated

2020-01-13

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Conditions

None listed

Brief summary

This study is a translational research project that will generate qualitative data to inform changes to clinical practice in a Cardiovascular acute care setting. Aims: 1 To explore the practical aspects of applying a depression screening protocol 2. To conduct behavioural analysis using the COM-B theorectical model to explore capability, opportunity and motivation of staff to change practice.

Interventions

This study is a translational research project exploring the recommended depression screening practice in the acute setting. 6 RNs will be screening participants with ACS for depression using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) during their admission in a Coronary Care Unit. The nurses will screen patients in the time that they would perform usual care. Following 6 months, focus group discussions will explore the practical aspects of screening, potential barriers to implementation and the

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Age

18 Years to 65 Years

Healthy volunteers

Yes

Inclusion criteria

Participants group 1: A purposive sample of 6 RNs who work in the CCU at the study site who will be performing depression screening during their normal nursing duties. Participant group 2: Purposive sample of nursing, allied health and medical staff who work in the Cardiovascular Medicine Department at the study site who have expertise in the care of coronary patients.

Exclusion criteria

Purposive sampling therefore only members of the Cardiovascular Medicine Department may participate.

Outcome results