Health literacy and computer-assisted instruction: usability and patient preference.
The authors investigated the feasibility of using computer-assisted instruction in patients of varying literacy levels by examining patients' preferences for learning and their ability to use 2 computer-based educational programs. A total of 263 participants 50-74 years of age with varying health li...
| Published in: | Journal of Health Communication Vol. 20; no. 4; pp. 491 - 499 |
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| Main Authors: | , , , , , |
| Format: | research randomized controlled trial Journal Article |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Apr2015
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