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Online Patient Education Materials Related to Lipoprotein(a): Readability Assessment

open access: yesJournal of Medical Internet Research, 2022
BackgroundLipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) is a highly proatherogenic lipid fraction that is a clinically significant risk modifier. Patients wanting to learn more about Lp(a) are likely to use online patient educational materials (OPEMs ...
Keon Pearson   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

More than just pronouns – gender-neutral and inclusive language in patient education materials: suggestions for patient education librarians

open access: yesJournal of the Medical Library Association, 2023
Trusted patient education materials are the backbone of an effective consumer health library. However, members of the LGBTQ+ community may not see themselves or their families reflected in many resources due to the gendered and non-inclusive language ...
Eleni Philippopoulos
doaj   +1 more source

Assessment of electronic patient education materials for adolescent bariatric surgery candidates: An environment scan

open access: yesPEC Innovation, 2023
Objective: Adolescents who opt for metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) will use the internet to learn about the procedure. The objective of this study is to assess the suitability of electronic patient education materials (ePEM) of North American ...
Yolanda N. Wang   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

The clinical and cost-effectiveness of patient education models for diabetes: a systematic review and economic evaluation [PDF]

open access: yes, 2003
This systematic review examines the clinical and cost-effectiveness of patient education models for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.Epidemiology and backgroundDiabetes mellitus (diabetes) is characterised by a state of chronic hyperglycaemia ...
P Royle   +17 more
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Assessing readability and comprehension of web-based patient education materials by American Heart Association (AHA) and CardioSmart online platform by American College of Cardiology (ACC): How useful are these websites for patient understanding?

open access: yesAmerican Heart Journal Plus, 2023
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are a leading cause of morbidity & mortality worldwide. Patient education materials help patients understand the disease and its management.
Amanpreet Singh Wasir   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Readability and reliability of online patient education materials about statins

open access: yesAmerican Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 2023
Objective: Statins are the cornerstone for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Patients often consult online patient education materials (OPEMs) to inform medical decision-making.
Summer Ngo   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Patient self-management in kidney transplantation. definition, measurement, and intervention [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
While one-year graft survival rates for deceased donor transplants have soared from about 40% in 1975 to more than 90% in 2005 [1], the long-term perspective has changed very little.
Schäfer-Keller, Petra
core   +1 more source

An Assessment of Patient Perspectives on Pharmacogenomics Educational Materials

open access: yesPharmacogenomics, 2020
Aim: Pharmacogenomics (PGx) holds potential to improve patient treatment; yet, effective patient educational materials are limited. Materials & methods: Using a 'think aloud' technique, we sought to understand comprehension and perceptions of a multimedia PGx results packet including a cover letter with QR code to an educational video, brochure and ...
Gladys B Asiedu   +6 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Empowering patients: how accurate and readable are large language models in renal cancer education

open access: yesFrontiers in Oncology
BackgroundThe incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into healthcare sector has fundamentally transformed patient care paradigms, particularly through the creation of patient education materials (PEMs) tailored to individual needs. This Study aims
Abdulghafour Halawani   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Literacy levels required to complete routinely used patient-reported outcome measures in rheumatology

open access: yes, 2012
Objective. To assess the reading levels required to complete patient-reported outcome measures (PROs)commonly used in rheumatology clinical and research settings.Methods. Ten PROs written in English were evaluated.
Ryan, Sarah-Jane   +7 more
core   +1 more source

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