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eHealth literacy in emergency care: a scoping review
Julia Paller1,2, Arvid Steinar Haugen3,4, Franziska Großschädl5
1Department of Nursing and Health Promotion - Acute and Critical Illness, Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo Metropolitan University, P.O. Box 4, St. Olavs Plass, Oslo, 0130, Norway. julia.paller@gmx.at.
Online health information use is common before emergency department visits, sometimes increasing anxiety and cyberchondria. Education for patients and providers on navigating online health information is crucial for informed decision-making.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Health Literacy
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Online health information (OHI) use is rising, making eHealth literacy crucial.
- Limited health literacy is linked to emergency department (ED) overcrowding and costs.
- The impact of eHealth literacy on emergency care remains understudied.
Conclusions:
- Internet use before ED visits is prevalent, influencing patient anxiety and relationships with providers.
- Gaps exist in understanding eHealth literacy's demographic associations and developing tailored digital tools.
- Education on OHI use is needed for both patients and healthcare professionals in the ED.
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