[Comparative study of two teaching methods of a predialysis educational program]

Area of Science:

• Nephrology
• Medical Education
• Health Sciences

Background:

• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) impacts a significant patient population requiring specialized education.
• Predialysis education is crucial for preparing patients for renal replacement therapy.
• Understanding the effectiveness of different educational delivery methods is essential for patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare the efficacy of on-site versus distance learning for a predialysis educational program.
• To evaluate knowledge integration and satisfaction levels in patients with CKD stage 3 receiving different teaching modalities.

Main Methods:

• A quasi-experimental, pre-test post-test design was employed.
• Two groups of CKD stage 3 patients received predialysis education: one on-site, the other by distance.
• Knowledge integration and satisfaction were measured using validated scales.

Main Results:

• Both on-site and distance learning groups showed statistically significant increases in knowledge integration and satisfaction.
• No significant difference in learning outcomes was observed between the on-site and distance education groups.
• Knowledge integration was positively correlated with satisfaction in both groups.

Conclusions:

• Predialysis education for CKD stage 3 patients is effective regardless of delivery method (on-site or distance).
• Distance learning offers a viable alternative to on-site education, promoting comparable knowledge gains and satisfaction.
• Effective predialysis education enhances patient preparedness and satisfaction, irrespective of the teaching modality.