IMPLEMENTATION BOOSTER: A FRONTLINE INNOVATION USING AN AFHS-QUESTIONNAIRE
2024

Improving Patient Care with the AFHS Questionnaire

Sample size: 100 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Aldossary Heba, Kouts Holly, Dolansky Mary

Primary Institution: Case Western Reserve University

Hypothesis

Can the Age-Friendly Health Systems Questionnaire enhance efficiency and patient engagement in healthcare delivery?

Conclusion

The AFHS-Q is effective, feasible, and well-received by providers, leading to improved confidence and reduced visit times.

Supporting Evidence

  • 91 providers completed the survey with positive feedback on the AFHS-Q.
  • Providers' confidence in completing the 4Ms increased after using the AFHS-Q.
  • There was a significant reduction in time for visits after using the AFHS-Q.

Takeaway

The AFHS-Q helps doctors ask better questions to understand patients' needs, making visits quicker and more helpful.

Methodology

Providers completed a survey before and after using the AFHS-Q to assess its impact on their confidence and visit efficiency.

Participant Demographics

Nurse practitioners and physician associates from ~1,100 MinuteClinic sites nationwide.

Statistical Information

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.0479

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