Design and development of an e-learning patient education program for self-management support in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To develop an e-learning education program targeting patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

Methods

The development process involved content specification and creative design. It was theoretically framed within theories of multimedia learning and entertainment-education and empirically based on evidence of patient education in rheumatoid arthritis and focus group discussions with stakeholders. We conducted a feasibility test among ten patients to assess the acceptability and usability of the program, and to identify areas to be adjusted.

Results

The following themes for educational needs were found in focus group discussions: "Knowledge of rheumatoid arthritis," he disease course and prognosis," "Medical treatment," "A new life situation" and "Daily life wit

SUBMITTER: Knudsen LR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10194095 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature