Producing computer-generated tailored written information for stroke patients and their carers: System development and preliminary evaluation

T Hoffmann*, T Russell, K Mckenna

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Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this project was to design and evaluate a system that would produce tailored information for stroke patients and their carers, customised according to their informational needs, and facilitate communication between the patient and, health professional.

Method: A human factors development approach was used to develop a computer system, which dynamically compiles stroke education booklets for patients and carers. Patients and carers are able to select the topics about which they wish to receive information, the amount of information they want, and the font size of the printed booklet. The system is designed so that the health professional interacts with it, thereby providing opportunities for communication between the health professional and patient/carer at a number of points in time.

Results: Preliminary evaluation of the system by health professionals, patients and carers was positive. A randomised controlled trial that examines the effect of the system on patient and carer outcomes is underway. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)751-758
Number of pages8
JournalInternational Journal of Medical Informatics
Volume73
Issue number11-12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2004
Externally publishedYes

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