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The ABCs of Kidney Disease: Knowledge Retention and Healthcare Involvement
Daphne H Knicely1, Kristina Rinaldi2, Shani Snow2
1Department of Medicine/Division of Nephrology & Center for Immunity, Inflammation & Regenerative Medicine, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Fishersville, VA, USA.
Journal of Patient Experience
|December 13, 2021
Summary
A structured education class improved chronic kidney disease (CKD) patient knowledge and healthcare involvement. This program enhances health literacy for better CKD management and preparation for dialysis.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Health Literacy
- Patient Education
Background:
- Low health literacy in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients hinders pre-dialysis preparation and understanding of disease management.
- Routine office visits offer limited opportunities for consistent patient education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate if a structured education program, the ABCs of Kidney Disease class, increases CKD-specific knowledge and healthcare involvement.
- To assess the long-term impact of consistent education on patient outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A structured education class was implemented outside of routine clinical visits.
- Kidney Disease Knowledge Surveys (KiKS) assessed knowledge retention at 6 months post-class.
- Surveys sent to referring providers evaluated changes in patient healthcare involvement.
Main Results:
- The education program significantly increased CKD-specific knowledge.
- Patient healthcare involvement also showed a notable increase post-intervention.
- Knowledge retention was sustained for at least 6 months.
Conclusions:
- Structured education programs are crucial for improving long-term knowledge in CKD patients.
- Integrating such programs can enhance patient health literacy and healthcare engagement.
- Education delivered outside of standard appointments has a greater impact on health literacy.
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