Effective treatment of evaluating health information: A Synthesis of Findings from 3 Studies
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Major Research Findings
Research on educational interventions for low-income individuals with HIV/AIDS explored whether participating in a brief educational intervention using the National Library of Medicine video, Evaluating Health Information: A Tutorial From the National Library of Medicine, would increase electronic health literacy. 2
A study examining how interventions to improve the efficiency of acute stroke care affect prehospital times found that emergency medical services (EMS) call to hospital times have increased in recent years for stroke patients in the UK, which is undesirable due to the relationship between time and effectiveness of reperfusion treatment. 1
A study assessing how health information needs of individuals with colorectal cancer are met across the care continuum revealed that studies evaluating health information needs in colorectal cancer (CRC) lack specificity in terms of study samples involving patients. 3
Treatment Summary
The National Library of Medicine video “Evaluating Health Information: A Tutorial From the National Library of Medicine” used as an educational intervention has the potential to increase electronic health literacy among low-income individuals with HIV/AIDS. 2
Benefits and Risks
Benefit Summary
Increased electronic health literacy may improve self-management strategies for individuals with chronic illnesses. 2
Risk Summary
No risks associated with the educational intervention were identified in this study.
Comparison Between Studies
Commonalities
All three studies focus on health information or health literacy.
Differences
The three studies focus on different diseases and interventions. One study focuses on HIV/AIDS, another on stroke, and the other on colorectal cancer.
Consistency and Contradictions in Results
The HIV/AIDS study provided evidence that educational interventions can contribute to increased electronic health literacy. 2
The stroke study highlighted concerns about increased EMS call to hospital times. 1
The colorectal cancer study pointed out the lack of specificity in terms of study samples involving patients in research on health information needs in colorectal cancer. 3
Considerations for Real-Life Application
The National Library of Medicine video “Evaluating Health Information: A Tutorial From the National Library of Medicine” could be a valuable resource for improving electronic health literacy. 2
Rapid treatment for stroke requires minimizing transport times. 1
To meet the health information needs of individuals with colorectal cancer, more specific research involving patients is required. 3
Limitations of Current Research
The HIV/AIDS study was limited by a small sample size and limited generalizability to specific populations. 2
The stroke study was limited by its focus on specific interventions, neglecting the influence of other factors. 1
The colorectal cancer study was a cross-sectional survey, preventing the inference of causal relationships. 3
Future Research Directions
The HIV/AIDS study requires research with larger sample sizes and improved generalizability to other populations. 2
The stroke study needs research comparing different interventions to examine their impact on transport times. 1
The colorectal cancer study necessitates longitudinal research to track changes over time. 3
Conclusion
Evaluating health information and improving literacy play crucial roles in managing health for individuals with various diseases. 2 1 3
Developing skills to understand and utilize health information empowers individuals to actively participate in their healthcare. Furthermore, healthcare professionals need to comprehend their patients’ health information needs and provide tailored support.
Treatment List
• Educational Intervention 2
• Improving Efficiency of Acute Stroke Care 1
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Author: McClellandGraham, HepburnSarah, FinchTracy, PriceChristopher I
Language : English
Author: NokesKathleen M, ReyesDarcel M
Language : English
Author: DauHallie, SafariAbdollah, Saad El DinKhalid, McTaggart-CowanHelen, LoreeJonathan M, GillSharlene, De VeraMary A
Language : English
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