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E-learning for neurological bladder management.
Carla Rognoni1, Gabriella Fizzotti, Caterina Pistarini
1Scientific Direction, Maugeri Foundation IRCCS, Pavia, Italy.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|August 10, 2012
Summary
Two e-learning courses on bowel and bladder management for neurological bladder patients were effective. While attendance was high, patient support utilization needs improvement for better quality of life outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Neurology
- Medical Education
Background:
- Visceral dysfunction significantly impacts patient quality of life, particularly concerning bowel and bladder management.
- Neurological bladder management presents challenges and uncertainty for patients and healthcare providers.
- There is a growing need for specialized training in this area.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the attendance and effectiveness of two continuing medical education (CME) e-learning courses.
- To assess the impact of these courses on physicians' and nurses' competencies.
- To identify areas for improvement in e-learning course design and support.
Main Methods:
- Development of two CME e-learning courses focused on bowel and bladder management.
- Analysis of course attendance data.
- Evaluation of objective and subjective course outcomes through testing.
- Assessment of participant engagement with asynchronous tutoring support.
Main Results:
- High attendance rates indicate significant interest in the e-learning courses.
- Courses demonstrated good objective and subjective effectiveness in enhancing knowledge and skills.
- Participants showed a low inclination to utilize asynchronous tutor support.
- Test result analysis provided insights for potential course enhancements.
Conclusions:
- The developed e-learning courses are effective in improving competencies for managing neurological bladder.
- Further strategies are needed to encourage the use of available support systems like asynchronous tutors.
- Continuous quality improvement based on participant feedback and test results is recommended.
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