Perceptions and Satisfaction With the Use of Digital Medical Services in Urban Older Adults of China: Mixed Methods Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In an aging and information-driven society, older adults have distinct perceptions of and specific demands for digital medical services. It is essential for society to understand these needs and develop a more thoughtful approach to digital health care.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the behavioral intention and satisfaction of older adults with digital medical services by identifying the perceived factors and the pathways through which these factors influence their behavior.

Methods

This study used a mixed methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. A focus group interview was conducted with 30 randomly selected older adults, and the interviews were transcribed verbatim and coded using grounded theory. In addition, 876 valid q

SUBMITTER: Wang N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11452758 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature