The 4 Youth By Youth mHealth Photo Verification App for HIV Self-testing in Nigeria: Qualitative Analysis of User Experiences.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the global expansion of HIV self-testing (HIVST), many research studies still rely on self-reported outcomes. New HIVST verification methods are needed, especially in resource-limited settings.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the user experience of a mobile health (mHealth) app to enhance HIVST result reporting and verification.

Methods

Semistructured, in-depth interviews were used to evaluate the user experience of the 4 Youth By Youth mHealth photo verification app for HIVST. We used a think-aloud approach, and participants performed usability tasks and completed a qualitative exit interview. The app included HIV educational resources, step-by-step video instructions for performing HIVST, a 20-minute timer, a guide on interpreting results wi

SUBMITTER: Oladele D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8663582 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature