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ArticleJMIR mHealth and uHealth2019

An Electronic Teaching Module for Improving Knowledge of Self-Management of Vaso-Occlusive Pain Crises in Patients With Sickle Cell Disease: Pilot Questionnaire Study.

Tammie Tam, Maria R Baer, Lewis L Hsu, Jennie Y Law

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Article in JMIR mHealth and uHealth, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

Tammie TamUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, United States.ORCID 0000-0002-8840-7686
Maria R BaerMarlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, United States.ORCID 0000-0002-9499-1348
Lewis L HsuComprehensive Sickle Cell Center, Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States.ORCID 0000-0002-3156-2378
Jennie Y LawMarlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD, United States.ORCID 0000-0003-2780-9814
University of Maryland, Baltimore · USUniversity of Illinois Chicago · US

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundFor patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), effective management of vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs) is integral to provision of care, as nearly all affected individuals will suffer from VOCs in their lifetime. A recent systematic review of technological interventions to improve self-management in the care of SCD concluded that electronic health has the potential to improve the care of individuals with SCD.

objectiveThe aim of this study was to assess the value of an electronic teaching module (ETM) provided by Emmi Solutions for educating adult SCD patients on VOC self-management and treatment options for SCD.

methodsA pretest assessed adults with SCD for baseline knowledge with regard to self-management of VOCs. Participants then watched the 35-min ETM and completed a posttest and survey on the ETM.

resultsA total of 20 adults enrolled. Their knowledge scores improved (pretest median 66.5% and posttest median 85%; P<.001). In total, 18 participants (18/20, 90%) agreed that they "learned a lot" or "learned something" from the ETM. The most common topic about which they reported learning was hydroxyurea. A total of 12 participants (12/20, 60%) agreed with the statement that they "would recommend the module to a friend or family member with sickle cell disease."

conclusionsThe ETM is associated with an increase in knowledge in patients with SCD. Limitations of the study include small sample size, no assessment of knowledge before premodule questionnaire completion, and no longitudinal follow-up. Identifying patients with SCD who demonstrate affinity for self-education via an ETM may further enhance utility of this tool to educate and empower patients.

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AdultAnemia, Sickle CellFemaleHumansMalePain ManagementPain MeasurementPilot ProjectsSelf-ManagementSurveys and Questionnairespatient educationportable electronic applicationssickle cell diseaseteaching materials

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PMID31223120
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