Patient-generated health data and electronic health record integration: protocol for a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The objective of this study is to determine the extent and describe the nature of patient-generated health data (PGHD) integration into electronic health records (EHRs) using systematic scoping methods to review the available literature. PGHD have the potential to enhance decision making by providing the valuable information that may not be ordinarily captured during a routine care visit. These data which are captured from mobile devices, such as smartphones, activity trackers and other sensors, should be integrated into clinical workflows to allow for optimal use by clinicians.

Methods and analysis

This study aims to conduct a rigorous scoping review to explore evidence related to the integration of PGHD into EHRs. Using the framework developed by Arksey and O'

SUBMITTER: Tiase VL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6937018 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature