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Improving Telehealth Knowledge And Comfort In An Older Adult Population, Carolyn J. Jones
Improving Telehealth Knowledge And Comfort In An Older Adult Population, Carolyn J. Jones
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Projects
Background: Telehealth usage is increasing a means of providing healthcare in a more efficient and cost-effective way. Older adults have been left behind from the telehealth movement and this can negatively impact their access to the healthcare system.
Purpose: An educational workshop was offered in a local older adult community with the goal of increasing their knowledge, literacy, motivation, and usage of telehealth.
Methods: The participants completed a pre-assessment survey to determine their baseline knowledge, experience, and perceptions about telehealth. They then participated in an educational workshop, which consisted of a 45-minute presentation given via Zoom with a 15-minute …