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Kristie Rebecca Weir1,2, Yehya Maitah3, Sarah E Vordenberg4
1Sydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.
JMIR Human Factors
|January 8, 2025
Summary
Older adults reported positive experiences with an online medication decisions survey. Most participants found the research methods and overall experience satisfactory.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Health Services Research
- Patient Engagement
Background:
- Medication decisions are complex for older adults.
- Online surveys offer a feasible method for engaging this demographic in research.
- Understanding participant experiences is crucial for refining research methodologies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess older adults' perceptions of participating in an online survey.
- To evaluate participant satisfaction with the research methodology and overall experience.
- To gather insights for improving future online research with older populations.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was administered to older adults.
- Participant feedback on the survey experience was collected.
- Quantitative data on participant satisfaction was analyzed.
Main Results:
- Approximately 80% of older adult participants reported positive feedback.
- High satisfaction was noted regarding the research methodology.
- Participants generally had a positive experience with the online survey.
Conclusions:
- Online surveys are a well-received method for engaging older adults in medication decision research.
- The positive feedback suggests the methodology is suitable for this population.
- Future research can build upon this successful engagement model.
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