Table 2 Five dimensions of accessibility of services and potential conditions to be assessed (to be further refined in the light of the analysis conducted in Phase 2)
From: Health care access for rural youth on equal terms? A mixed methods study protocol in northern Sweden
Domains | Potential conditions |
|---|---|
Approachability | • Visibility of health care services for youth • Outreach activities • Existence of youth clinic |
Acceptability | • Health care professionals’ attitudes towards youth: motivation, interest |
Availability and accommodation | • Health care services location and array of services provided • Opening hours • Appointment systems • e-health strategies |
Affordability | • Gratuity of services • Travel arrangements to reach services |
Appropriateness | • Health care professionals´ knowledge and skills in youth health: training received, knowledge, self-efficacy • Coordination and referral networks • Policies and guidelines for youth health |