How should electronic health records be designed? A cross-sectional study in patients with psoriasis.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Electronic health records (EHRs) are promising tools for routine care. These applications might not only enhance the interaction between patient and physician but also support therapy management. This is crucial in complex and chronic conditions like psoriasis. However, EHRs can only unfold their full potential when being accepted by the users. Therefore, this study aims to analyse how EHRs should be designed for patients with psoriasis and to identify differences between patient subgroups. METHODS:We developed a questionnaire on the acceptability of EHRs based on literature research and results from focus groups. Participants completed a paper-based or electronic version of the questionnaire. We recruited participants at an outpatient clinic as well as online via patient associ

SUBMITTER: Klein TM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6849227 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature