Abstract: TH-PO004
Online Patient Education on Polycystic Kidney Disease Prompts Real Life Changes
Session Information
- Educational Research
November 03, 2022 | Location: Exhibit Hall, Orange County Convention Center‚ West Building
Abstract Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Category: Educational Research
- 900 Educational Research
Authors
- Larkin, Amy, Medscape LLC, New York, New York, United States
- Smith, Steven, Medscape LLC, New York, New York, United States
Background
We sought to measure the impact of online education for patients on knowledge and confidence as well as on prompting change in daily life.
Methods
The educational activity was available online, and comprised of text and integrated visuals as well as a patient video. Demographic questions were asked prior to starting the education. A knowledge question was asked both before and after the activity to assess learning gains, as well as intent to change and confidence questions at the end. Absolute improvements were calculated for pre/post questions. The activity launched December 8, 2021, and preliminary data collected through April 26, 2022.
Results
To date, 19,600 learners have participated in the patient/caregiver activity, “Polycystic Kidney Disease: What Do You Need to Know?”
Completers of all questions (included in outcomes analysis): 4,765
Demographics: 70% female; 67% white, non-Hispanic; 63% over the age of 54; 19% have polycystic kidney disease, 13% are caregivers or family of someone with polycystic kidney disease, 69% were interested in learning more about polycystic kidney disease
Knowledge Changes: 12% increase in learners who recognized that sticking to your PKD treatment is important even if you’re feeling ok (55% pre, 67% post)
Intent-to-act: 74% plan to talk to their HCP about ways to manage their PKD
Confidence: 78% reported being confident in talking to my doctor or healthcare provider about PKD and what it means for me
Conclusion
The metrics and outcomes gathered in this assessment are a strong indicator that these patient-focused online educational activities improved knowledge and confidence and prompted intent to act by patients related to polycystic kidney disease.