The use of mobile phone functionalities by patients with asthma and their desire to use for self-care purposes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mobile health (mHealth) has good potential for promoting self-care in patients suffering from chronic diseases. The patients' positive attitude toward this technology is a key factor for the successful implementation. The present study was conducted to investigate the asthma patients' use of mobile phone functionalities and their desire to receive self-care services through this technology.

Methods

This survey study was conducted in Iran in 2018. The study population consisted of 146 patients suffering from asthma. The data collection tool was a questionnaire containing items on the demographic characteristics of patients, current use of mobile phone functionalities, and desire to use them for receiving self-care services. Data were analyzed using descriptive and

SUBMITTER: Nabovati E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7602318 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature