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New Patient Education Video on Colonoscopy Preparation: Development and Evaluation Study
Matthew T Bernstein1, Jesse Garber2, Patrick Faucher3
1Department of Psychology, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada.
JMIR Human Factors
|October 21, 2020
Summary
A new video for colonoscopy preparation was developed and found to be preferred by most patients. The video was rated clearer and more trustworthy, improving patient understanding of the bowel preparation process.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Medical Education
- Patient Communication
Background:
- Limited evaluation exists for patient education materials on colonoscopy preparation.
- Lack of professional consensus on optimal content and media for colonoscopy preparation instructions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a novel video for colonoscopy preparation.
- To assess patient and physician preferences for a new educational video compared to existing online resources.
Main Methods:
- A new split-dose bowel preparation video was created.
- 232 patients from gastroenterology/urology clinics compared the new video with a top-rated online comparator.
- Video effectiveness was assessed via patient ratings on clarity, trustworthiness, understandability, and likelihood of recommendation.
Main Results:
- 71.6% of participants preferred the newly developed colonoscopy preparation video.
- The new video was rated as clearer and more trustworthy by those who preferred it.
- Viewing the new video second increased preference, suggesting its effectiveness in reinforcing information.
Conclusions:
- A newly developed colonoscopy educational video demonstrates significant strengths in patient preference and perceived quality.
- The study highlights the potential of targeted video content to improve patient understanding and adherence to bowel preparation protocols.
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