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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 25 of 32 Research Studies DisplayedHashemi-Arend A, Vasquez KS, Guishard D
Implementing DASH-aligned meals and Self-Measured Blood Pressure to reduce hypertension at senior centers: a RE-AIM analysis.
Investigators implemented two evidence-based interventions not previously tested in senior centers, DASH-aligned congregate meals and Self-Measured Blood Pressure (SMBP), to lower blood pressure (BP) at two senior centers serving low-income, racially diverse communities. Using the RE-AIM framework to analyze implementation, they found that change in systolic BP at Month 1 trended towards significance and change in SMBP reached significance at Month 6; food costs increased by 10%. They concluded that this RE-AIM analysis highlighted the acceptability, feasibility, and fidelity of this DASH/SMBP health intervention to lower BP at senior centers.
AHRQ-funded; HS021667.
Citation: Hashemi-Arend A, Vasquez KS, Guishard D .
Implementing DASH-aligned meals and Self-Measured Blood Pressure to reduce hypertension at senior centers: a RE-AIM analysis.
Nutrients 2022 Nov 18;14(22):4890. doi: 10.3390/nu14224890..
Keywords: Blood Pressure, Patient Self-Management, Elderly, Nutrition, Lifestyle Changes
Rogal SS, Chinman MJ, DeMonte W
Using intervention mapping to develop a novel pain self-management intervention for people with cirrhosis.
The purpose of this study was to design a pain self-management (PSM) intervention for patients with cirrhosis. The LEAP (Liver Education About Pain) intervention is a 12-week, modular intervention delivered by phone via individual and group sessions with a health coach. Participants described barriers to PSM behaviors, including the absence of simple, evidence-based interventions for pain for patients with cirrhosis, inadequate provider knowledge, time, and training, with lack of champions, funding, and communication. Patients described high motivation to treat pain using behavioral methods including meditation, prayer, and exercise. The intervention was designed to address barriers to PSM behaviors for patients with cirrhosis, using behavior change methods that address knowledge, self-efficacy, and outcome expectations.
AHRQ-funded; HS019461.
Citation: Rogal SS, Chinman MJ, DeMonte W .
Using intervention mapping to develop a novel pain self-management intervention for people with cirrhosis.
Dig Dis Sci 2022 Nov;67(11):5063-78. doi: 10.1007/s10620-022-07380-4..
Keywords: Pain, Chronic Conditions, Patient Self-Management
Roddy MK, Mayberry LS, Nair D
Exploring mHealth potential to improve kidney function: secondary analysis of a randomized trial of diabetes self-care in diverse adults.
This study examined whether REACH, a text message-delivered self-management support intervention, which focuses on medication adherence, diet, and exercise can significantly improve glycemic control in 506 chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). The authors used data from the trial to explore the intervention’s effect on change in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGR) at 12 months in a subsample of 271 patients. Patients with proteinuria at baseline who received REACH had less worsening of eGFR.
AHRQ-funded; HS026395.
Citation: Roddy MK, Mayberry LS, Nair D .
Exploring mHealth potential to improve kidney function: secondary analysis of a randomized trial of diabetes self-care in diverse adults.
BMC Nephrol 2022 Aug 10;23(1):280. doi: 10.1186/s12882-022-02885-6..
Keywords: Telehealth, Health Information Technology (HIT), Patient Self-Management, Diabetes, Chronic Conditions, Kidney Disease and Health, Patient Adherence/Compliance
Hashemi A, Vasquez K, Guishard D
Implementing dash-aligned congregate meals and self-measured blood pressure in two senior centers: An open label study.
This study tested whether implementing two evidence-based interventions--DASH-aligned meals provided through an existing congregate meal program, and support for home Self-Measured Blood Pressure (SMBP) monitoring--lowers blood pressure among participants at two senior centers serving low-income, racially diverse communities. Participants were clients aged ≥60, eating ≥4 meals/week at two NYC senior centers. They received DASH-aligned congregate meals, and training in nutrition, BP management education, and personal SMBP device. Primary outcomes was a) change in systolic BP measured by independent health professionals, and b) change in percent with "controlled BP" (Eighth Joint National Committee (JNC-8) Guidelines), at Month 1 compared to Baseline. The authors enrolled 94 participants, with COVID closures interrupting implementation mid-study. Mean systolic BP at Month-1 changed by -4.41 mmHg compared to Baseline. Participants with controlled BP increased at Month 1 and changes in mean BP at Month 1 was significantly correlated with BMI, age, and baseline BP. Mean systolic mean SMBP changed by -6.9 mmHg at Months 5/6.
AHRQ-funded; HS021667.
Citation: Hashemi A, Vasquez K, Guishard D .
Implementing dash-aligned congregate meals and self-measured blood pressure in two senior centers: An open label study.
Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2022 Aug;32(8):1998-2009. doi: 10.1016/j.numecd.2022.05.018..
Keywords: Elderly, Blood Pressure, Community-Based Practice, Patient Self-Management, Nutrition, Lifestyle Changes, Vulnerable Populations
Sharara SL, Arbaje AI, Cosgrove SE
The voice of the patient: patient roles in antibiotic management at the hospital-to-home transition.
The objective of this study was to characterize tasks required for patient-performed antibiotic medication management (MM) at the hospital-to-home transition, as well as barriers to and strategies for patient-led antibiotic MM. The overall goal was to understand patients' role in managing antibiotics at the hospital-to-home transition. The investigators concluded that there are many opportunities to improve patient-led antibiotic MM at the hospital-to-home transition.
AHRQ-funded; HS026995.
Citation: Sharara SL, Arbaje AI, Cosgrove SE .
The voice of the patient: patient roles in antibiotic management at the hospital-to-home transition.
J Patient Saf 2022 Apr 1;18(3):e633-e39. doi: 10.1097/pts.0000000000000899..
Keywords: Antibiotics, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medication, Hospital Discharge, Transitions of Care, Patient Self-Management
Fisher KA, Kennedy K, Bloomstone S
Can sharing clinic notes improve communication and promote self-management? A qualitative study of patients with COPD.
The purpose of this study was to explore the effect of physicians sharing their clinical notes with patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and assess the impact on patient-physician communication and patient self-management. The researchers conducted interviews with 30 patients with COPD, asking them to review their clinic notes. The participants were primarily White (93.3%) with an average age of 65.5 years; more than 50% reported having a high school degree or less, almost half reported sometimes requiring help to read medical materials, and half had challenges understanding spoken information. The study found that patients reported that having the clinic notes gave them an opportunity to learn more about their condition, and encouraged their self-management by reminding them of their action steps, serving as prompts for seeking information, and motivating them. Patients indicated positive reactions to those physician notes that implied their clinician considered them as a person, listened to them, and noticed details about them. The majority of patients reported negative reactions to incorrect information in the notes, wording that they considered disapproving, and medical terms. The study concluded that the act of providers sharing their clinical notes with their patients can serve multiple purposes, including encouraging the exchange of information and self-management, and improving the relationship between patients and providers.
AHRQ-funded; HS024596.
Citation: Fisher KA, Kennedy K, Bloomstone S .
Can sharing clinic notes improve communication and promote self-management? A qualitative study of patients with COPD.
Patient Educ Couns 2022 Mar;105(3):726-33. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.06.004..
Keywords: Respiratory Conditions, Chronic Conditions, Clinician-Patient Communication, Communication, Patient Self-Management
Daley CN, Cornet VP, Toscos TR
Naturalistic decision making in everyday self-care among older adults with heart failure.
The purpose of this study was to explore the role of everyday decision-making on disease outcome in a group of older adults living with heart failure. The researchers describe such decisions as events of naturalistic decision-making which are influenced by factors such as the involvement of others, older adults’ social and physical environments, high stakes of the decision, and shifting goals. The researchers recruited 24 older adults with heart failure and 14 of their support persons from an ambulatory cardiology center, and conducted a qualitative field study. The study utilized a naturalistic decision-making model and critical incident technique to analyze health-related everyday decision making and determine how individuals make everyday health-related decisions. The study found that for various decisions, the decision-making of White, male, older adults aligned with the three phases of a preliminary model of naturalistic decision making: monitoring, interpreting, and acting. The researchers also determined that: health decisions are made in a context of personal variables such as emotions, priorities, and values; other people can play important roles; and the performance of the phases can be affected by barriers and strategies. The study concluded that the findings contribute to an expanded model of naturalistic decision-making with implications for not only future research, but for the design of interventions.
AHRQ-funded; HS025232.
Citation: Daley CN, Cornet VP, Toscos TR .
Naturalistic decision making in everyday self-care among older adults with heart failure.
J Cardiovasc Nurs 2022 Mar-Apr;37(2):167-76. doi: 10.1097/jcn.0000000000000778..
Keywords: Elderly, Patient Self-Management, Decision Making, Heart Disease and Health, Cardiovascular Conditions
Gianaris K, Vargas GB, Johnson M
Perceived susceptibility to chronic kidney disease and hypertension self-management among Black and White live kidney donors.
This study examines the theory whether Black kidney donors are more likely than White donors to develop hypertension (HTN) and chronic kidney disease after donation. The authors ascertained electronic medical records and phone survey data from live donors enrolled in the multi-center Wellness and Health Outcomes of LivE Donors (WHOLE-Donor) Hypertension Care Study between May 2013 and April 2020. The study cohort included 318 US-based live kidney donors who developed post-donation HTN with 57.6% female, 78.9% White, 18.6% Black, and a mean age of 46.7 years. Donors with diabetes or who were older than 50 years reported being moderately or strongly concerned about kidney disease. A large majority (87%) reported taking at least one action to help control blood pressure, with no significant differences by sociodemographic factors. They found no substantial differences in perceived susceptibility to kidney disease among Black and White donors, despite published evidence that Black donors may experience greater risk of developing kidney disease than White donors.
AHRQ-funded; HS024600.
Citation: Gianaris K, Vargas GB, Johnson M .
Perceived susceptibility to chronic kidney disease and hypertension self-management among Black and White live kidney donors.
Ethn Dis 2022 Spring;32(2):101-08. doi: 10.18865/ed.32.2.101..
Keywords: Kidney Disease and Health, Chronic Conditions, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Transplantation, Patient Self-Management, Blood Pressure
Kerber KA, Carender W, Telian SA
Patient self-management of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: instructional video development and preliminary evaluation of behavioral outcomes.
Researchers sought to develop and preliminarily evaluate a patient-oriented benign paroxysmal positional vertigo of the posterior canal (PC-BPPV) self-management instructional video. They found that participants rated the PC-BPPV self-management video favorably on measures that contribute to behavioral intent to perform the Dix-Hallpike test or the canalith repositioning maneuver. These findings provide support that the video is appropriate to use in future studies that evaluate patient self-performance accuracy and outcomes.
AHRQ-funded; HS022258.
Citation: Kerber KA, Carender W, Telian SA .
Patient self-management of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo: instructional video development and preliminary evaluation of behavioral outcomes.
Otol Neurotol 2022 Jan;43(1):e105-e15. doi: 10.1097/mao.0000000000003360..
Keywords: Patient Self-Management, Education: Patient and Caregiver, Neurological Disorders
Broecker M, Ponto K, Tredinnick R
SafeHOME: promoting safe transitions to the home.
This paper introduces the SafeHome Simulator system, a set of immersive Virtual Reality Training tools and display systems to train patients in safe discharge procedures in captured environments of their actual houses. The aim is to lower patient readmission by significantly improving discharge planning and training. The SafeHOME Simulator is a project currently under review.
AHRQ-funded; HS022548.
Citation: Broecker M, Ponto K, Tredinnick R .
SafeHOME: promoting safe transitions to the home.
Stud Health Technol Inform 2016;220:51-4.
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Keywords: Transitions of Care, Health Information Technology (HIT), Patient Safety, Patient Self-Management, Hospital Discharge
Mayberry LS, Berg CA, Harper KJ
The design, usability, and feasibility of a family-focused diabetes self-care support mHealth intervention for diverse, low-income adults with type 2 diabetes.
Through user-centered design and iterative usability/feasibility testing, the researchers developed a mobile Health intervention for disadvantaged adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D) called FAMS. FAMS delivers phone coaching to set self-care goals and improve patient participant's (PP) ability to identify and address family actions that support/impede self-care. PPs reported FAMS increased self-care and both PPs and support persons reported FAMS improved support for and communication about diabetes.
AHRQ-funded; HS022990.
Citation: Mayberry LS, Berg CA, Harper KJ .
The design, usability, and feasibility of a family-focused diabetes self-care support mHealth intervention for diverse, low-income adults with type 2 diabetes.
J Diabetes Res 2016;2016:7586385. doi: 10.1155/2016/7586385.
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Keywords: Diabetes, Low-Income, Patient and Family Engagement, Patient Self-Management, Telehealth
Sarkar U, Gourley GI, Lyles CR
Usability of commercially available mobile applications for diverse patients.
The objective of this study was to investigate the usability of existing mobile health applications ("apps") for diabetes, depression, and caregiving, in order to facilitate development and tailoring of patient-facing apps for diverse populations. Participants completed 43 percent of tasks across 11 apps without assistance. Three themes emerged from participant comments: lack of confidence with technology, frustration with design features and navigation, and interest in having technology to support their self-management.
AHRQ-funded; HS022408.
Citation: Sarkar U, Gourley GI, Lyles CR .
Usability of commercially available mobile applications for diverse patients.
J Gen Intern Med 2016 Dec;31(12):1417-26. doi: 10.1007/s11606-016-3771-6.
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Keywords: Chronic Conditions, Health Information Technology (HIT), Patient Self-Management, Telehealth, Vulnerable Populations
McAlearney AS, Sieck CJ, Hefner JL
High touch and high tech (HT2) proposal: transforming patient engagement throughout the continuum of care by engaging patients with portal technology at the bedside.
This study measures how access to a patient portal tailored to the inpatient stay can improve patient experience and increase patient engagement by (1) improving patients' perceptions of the process of care while in the hospital; (2) increasing patients' self-efficacy for managing chronic conditions; and (3) facilitating continued use of a patient portal for care management after discharge.
AHRQ-funded; HS024091.
Citation: McAlearney AS, Sieck CJ, Hefner JL .
High touch and high tech (HT2) proposal: transforming patient engagement throughout the continuum of care by engaging patients with portal technology at the bedside.
JMIR Res Protoc 2016 Nov 29;5(4):e221. doi: 10.2196/resprot.6355.
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Keywords: Electronic Health Records (EHRs), Patient and Family Engagement, Patient Experience, Patient Experience, Patient Self-Management
Brewer NT, DeFrank JT, Gilkey MB
Anticipated regret and health behavior: a meta-analysis.
The authors sought better understanding of anticipated regret's role in motivating health behaviors. They found that anticipated inaction regret has a stronger and more stable association with health behavior than previously thought and recommended giving greater attention to understanding how anticipated regret differs from similar constructs.
AHRQ-funded; HS021133.
Citation: Brewer NT, DeFrank JT, Gilkey MB .
Anticipated regret and health behavior: a meta-analysis.
Health Psychol 2016 Nov;35(11):1264-75. doi: 10.1037/hea0000294.
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Keywords: Behavioral Health, Patient Adherence/Compliance, Patient Self-Management
Carballo NJ, Alessi CA, Martin JL
Perceived effectiveness, self-efficacy, and social support for oral appliance therapy among older veterans with obstructive sleep apnea.
Adherence to oral appliance therapy may be influenced by patients' perceived effectiveness of the therapy, self-efficacy, and availability of social support. The researchers examined these perceptions among older adults with obstructive sleep apnea who were prescribed oral appliance therapy. They concluded that only about one third of older adults perceived it as an effective treatment, were confident about oral appliance use, and/or believed that they would receive needed support.
AHRQ-funded; HS024379.
Citation: Carballo NJ, Alessi CA, Martin JL .
Perceived effectiveness, self-efficacy, and social support for oral appliance therapy among older veterans with obstructive sleep apnea.
Clin Ther 2016 Nov;38(11):2407-15. doi: 10.1016/j.clinthera.2016.09.008.
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Keywords: Elderly, Patient Adherence/Compliance, Sleep Problems, Patient Self-Management
Kirby JS, Sisic M, Tan J
Exploring coping strategies for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa.
The authors explored the coping strategies of individuals with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). They found that negative coping included behavioral disengagement and social isolation, while positive coping included use of humor and positive reframing as well as the support of others.
AHRQ-funded; HS024585.
Citation: Kirby JS, Sisic M, Tan J .
Exploring coping strategies for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa.
JAMA Dermatol 2016 Oct;152(10):1166-67. doi: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2016.1942.
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Keywords: Health Status, Quality of Life, Patient Self-Management, Skin Conditions
Masterson Creber RM, Hickey KT, Maurer MS
Gerontechnologies for older patients with heart failure: what is the role of smartphones, tablets, and remote monitoring devices in improving symptom monitoring and self-care management?
The authors discussed the role of gerontechnologies, specifically the use of mobile applications available on smartphones and tablets as well as remote monitoring systems, for outpatient disease management among older adults with heart failure.
AHRQ-funded; HS021816.
Citation: Masterson Creber RM, Hickey KT, Maurer MS .
Gerontechnologies for older patients with heart failure: what is the role of smartphones, tablets, and remote monitoring devices in improving symptom monitoring and self-care management?
Curr Cardiovasc Risk Rep 2016 Oct;10(10). doi: 10.1007/s12170-016-0511-8.
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Keywords: Elderly, Telehealth, Health Information Technology (HIT), Heart Disease and Health, Cardiovascular Conditions, Patient Self-Management
Epstein DA, Kang JH, Pina LR
Reconsidering the device in the drawer: lapses as a design opportunity in personal informatics.
The authors used a survey of 141 people who had lapsed in using Fitbit and identified three use patterns and four perspectives on tracking. Participant Fitbit use and perspective on tracking influenced the preference of those surveyed, and the authors surfaced these preferences in a series of contrasts. They concluded by discussing how these contrasts suggest new designs and opportunities in other tracking domains.
AHRQ-funded; HS023654.
Citation: Epstein DA, Kang JH, Pina LR .
Reconsidering the device in the drawer: lapses as a design opportunity in personal informatics.
Proc ACM Int Conf Ubiquitous Comput 2016 Sep 12:829-40. doi: 10.1145/2971648.2971656..
Keywords: Health Information Technology (HIT), Health Information Technology (HIT), Lifestyle Changes, Patient Self-Management
Darlow S, Wen KY
Development testing of mobile health interventions for cancer patient self-management: a review.
The purpose of the current study was to conduct a review of published articles that describe the development process of mobile health interventions for patients’ cancer care self-management. The following trends emerged: importance of stakeholder engagement during the development process, addressing the unique needs and experiences of cancer patients and care providers, ensuring user satisfaction with the system, and identifying perceived benefits and limitations of the system.
AHRQ-funded; HS019001.
Citation: Darlow S, Wen KY .
Development testing of mobile health interventions for cancer patient self-management: a review.
Health Informatics J 2016 Sep;22(3):633-50. doi: 10.1177/1460458215577994..
Keywords: Patient Self-Management, Cancer, Chronic Conditions, Telehealth, Health Information Technology (HIT)
Mayberry LS, Harper KJ, Osborn CY
Family behaviors and type 2 diabetes: what to target and how to address in interventions for adults with low socioeconomic status.
The researchers studied adults with type 2 diabetes at a Federally Qualified Health Center to better understand experiences with diabetes-specific family behaviors and willingness to engage family members in diabetes interventions. They found that some participants (40 percent) said engaging family in interventions would positively affect all members; others (27 percent) did not want to involve family.
AHRQ-funded; HS022990.
Citation: Mayberry LS, Harper KJ, Osborn CY .
Family behaviors and type 2 diabetes: what to target and how to address in interventions for adults with low socioeconomic status.
Chronic Illn 2016 Sep;12(3):199-215. doi: 10.1177/1742395316644303.
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Keywords: Diabetes, Patient Self-Management, Social Determinants of Health, Lifestyle Changes, Education: Patient and Caregiver
Ritchie CS, Houston TK, Richman JS
The E-Coach technology-assisted care transition system: a pragmatic randomized trial.
The researchers sought to evaluate the impact of a technology-supported care transition support program (E-Coach) on hospitalizations, days out of the community, and mortality. for patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They found that rehospitalization rates did not differ between E-Coach and usual care groups; however, E-Coach was associated with fewer days in the hospital with the COPD subgroup, suggesting that E-Coach may be more beneficial among those with COPD but not those with CHF.
AHRQ-funded; HS017786.
Citation: Ritchie CS, Houston TK, Richman JS .
The E-Coach technology-assisted care transition system: a pragmatic randomized trial.
Transl Behav Med 2016 Sep;6(3):428-37. doi: 10.1007/s13142-016-0422-8.
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Keywords: Respiratory Conditions, Heart Disease and Health, Hospitalization, Patient Self-Management, Telehealth
Kenzik KM, Kvale EA, Rocque GB
Treatment summaries and follow-up care instructions for cancer survivors: improving survivor self-efficacy and health care utilization.
The researchers examined the association of receiving summaries and care plans with cancer survivor self-efficacy for chronic illness management. They found that explanation of the follow-up care plan, beyond the written component, enhances survivor self-efficacy for managing cancer as a chronic condition-an important mediator for improving health care utilization outcomes.
AHRQ-funded; HS023009; HS013852.
Citation: Kenzik KM, Kvale EA, Rocque GB .
Treatment summaries and follow-up care instructions for cancer survivors: improving survivor self-efficacy and health care utilization.
Oncologist 2016 Jul;21(7):817-24. doi: 10.1634/theoncologist.2015-0517.
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Keywords: Cancer, Chronic Conditions, Education: Patient and Caregiver, Elderly, Patient Self-Management
Ridner SH, Rhoten BA, Radina ME
Breast cancer survivors' perspectives of critical lymphedema self-care support needs.
The purpose of this paper was to solicit breast cancer survivors' perspectives on the variety of issues they face related to lymphedema self-care and to identify support needs perceived as critical for managing their chronic medical condition. The authors found that lack of support and the failure of others to recognize lymphedema as a chronic condition set this patient population apart from other patients with chronic diseases and decreases the amount of help needed to manage the condition.
AHRQ-funded; HS022990.
Citation: Ridner SH, Rhoten BA, Radina ME .
Breast cancer survivors' perspectives of critical lymphedema self-care support needs.
Support Care Cancer 2016 Jun;24(6):2743-50. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3089-2.
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Keywords: Cancer: Breast Cancer, Chronic Conditions, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Patient Self-Management
Heerman WJ, Wallston KA, Osborn CY
Food insecurity is associated with diabetes self-care behaviours and glycaemic control.
The objective of the study was to examine the association between food insecurity, diabetes self-care and glycaemic control. It concluded that there was a high rate of food insecurity in a sample of patients with Type 2 diabetes who were of low socio-economic status. Food insecurity was associated with less adherence to recommended self-care behaviours and worse glycaemic control.
AHRQ-funded; HS022990.
Citation: Heerman WJ, Wallston KA, Osborn CY .
Food insecurity is associated with diabetes self-care behaviours and glycaemic control.
Diabet Med 2016 Jun;33(6):844-50. doi: 10.1111/dme.12896.
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Keywords: Diabetes, Nutrition, Patient Adherence/Compliance, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Patient Self-Management
Hong MK, Wilcox L, Machado D
Care partnerships: toward technology to support teens' participation in their health care.
The authors conducted 38 in-depth interviews along with nine non-participant observations of clinical consultations to better understand common challenges and needs that could be supported through design. They drew their findings to propose design goals for sociotechnical systems to support teens in partnering in their care, highlighting the need for design to support gradually evolving partnerships in care.
AHRQ-funded; HS021393.
Citation: Hong MK, Wilcox L, Machado D .
Care partnerships: toward technology to support teens' participation in their health care.
Proc SIGCHI Conf Hum Factor Comput Syst 2016 May 7;2016:5337-49. doi: 10.1145/2858036.2858508.
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Keywords: Children/Adolescents, Chronic Conditions, Patient and Family Engagement, Patient Self-Management