Healthcare workers' views on HD needling
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study interviews nurses and healthcare assistants who do needling in haemodialysis units. It aims to understand their experiences and perspectives to improve care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be a registered nurse or a Band 3 healthcare assistant.
- You must perform needling (putting in needles) in a haemodialysis unit at one of the East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust's units or satellite clinics.
- You must be willing to share your experiences in the study.
- You must speak English fluently to communicate effectively in the interviews.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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