Utilising interactive technology for stroke patient education: a systematic review.

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Health Informatics
• Public Health

Background:

• Stroke is a major global cause of death and disability.
• Effective stroke management and prevention are critical for healthcare systems.
• Patient education is a key recommendation, but not universally provided.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review evidence on interactive technology for stroke patient education.
• To assess the effectiveness of these technologies in increasing patient knowledge.
• To evaluate their impact on behaviors that reduce stroke risk.

Main Methods:

• Systematic review of literature.
• Searches in Embase, MEDLINE, PubMed, PsycInfo, and CINAHL databases.
• Methodological quality assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool.

Main Results:

• 10 articles met inclusion criteria from 760 initial results.
• A variety of interactive technologies were explored.
• All reviewed articles reported at least one positive effect of the technology.

Conclusions:

• Interactive technologies show potential benefits for stroke patient education.
• More research is needed to understand optimal delivery modes.
• High-quality interactive technology can improve stroke knowledge and risk-reducing behaviors.