An E-Learning Program Improves Patients' Knowledge After Lung Transplantation.

Area of Science:

• Transplantation Medicine
• Medical Education Technology

Background:

• Adherence to immunosuppressive medication is vital for long-term survival in lung transplant recipients.
• Effective patient education and healthcare provider support are crucial for post-transplant care.
• E-learning presents a potential tool to enhance patient knowledge and adherence.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare the effectiveness of an e-learning program versus conventional education in improving lung transplant recipients' knowledge and medication adherence.
• To assess the impact of a 15-minute e-learning module on post-transplant care knowledge.

Main Methods:

• A single-center, open-label randomized controlled trial was conducted.
• Lung transplant recipients were randomized to either an e-learning program or standard care.
• Knowledge and adherence were assessed using validated questionnaires post-intervention.

Main Results:

• The e-learning group showed a trend towards improved adherence (71% vs. 55% via BAASIS, p=0.23).
• Recipients using e-learning demonstrated significantly higher knowledge scores regarding transplant-friendly lifestyle (median 11 vs. 10, p=0.02).
• No significant difference in adherence was found using the TAQ (p=1.0).

Conclusions:

• A brief 15-minute e-learning program effectively enhances lung transplant recipients' knowledge of essential post-transplant care.
• E-learning is a simple and effective tool for improving patient education in this population.
• Further research may explore optimizing e-learning for adherence outcomes.