Table 9 Characteristics of studies addressing question 3

Tchan et al. (2012) [30]

Mixed methods study. Qualitative component used a descriptive, exploratory approach. Semi-structured interviews and inductive analysis. Conducted 2009–2012.

Australia, remote area; ACCHS in Broken Hill and surrounding towns.

20 service providers comprising 4 medical specialists, 6 managers, 2 Aboriginal health workers (AHWs), 5 GPs, 3 local Aboriginal employees.

To understand provider views on the implementation of the Outback Vascular Health Service (OVHS), a chronic disease outreach program that operated regularly within the Maari Ma ACCHS

Walker et al. (2012) [34]

Descriptive, exploratory approach. In-depth semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis guided by Thomas’ (2006) general inductive approach.

NZ, variety of areas; pre-dialysis clinics primarily on the North Island.

11 pre-dialysis nurses working with large case-loads of clients approaching ESKD, including a significant proportion of Māori and Pasifika patients.

To understand perceptions of pre-dialysis specialist nurses on factors influencing their delivery of effective pre-dialysis care.

Shephard et al. (2006) [26]

7-item Cross-sectional survey measured on a 5-point scale and administered by either AHWs, the nurse in charge, community leaders or a medical student

Australia, remote area; ACCHS in Coober Pedy

50 community members including 27 participants in the Umoona kidney program

To determine the acceptability of the Umoona Kidney Project