Study on Telehealth in Rural Nursing Practice: Bridging the Gap in Access to Care in Osmanabad

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Mixed-methods assessment of telehealth's impact on patient satisfaction and follow-up in rural nursing, highlighting challenges in infrastructure.

Teleconsultations led to a 2.3-hour reduction in patient travel time, enhancing healthcare access for rural communities.
87% of nurses reported basic smartphone competence, while only 30% received formal training in telehealth practices.
Rural nurses conducted an average of 14.2 teleconsultations monthly, indicating an emerging reliance on digital healthcare.
Intermittent connectivity and insufficient training were significant barriers, suggesting a need for improved infrastructure and support.

Priyjeet et al. (2020) studied this question.

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Mixed-methods assessment of telehealth's impact on patient satisfaction and follow-up in rural nursing, highlighting challenges in infrastructure.