Patient Teaching Modalities

The patient teaching method I found that stood out as most unique to me does not pertain to GI modalities alone, but all aspects of patient care.

www.getwellnetwork.com

This program was developed by a former cancer patient who wanted to make improvements in the overall patient care process. It involves the use of mobile devices, TVs and PCs to deliver many aspects of patient care to all age groups and demographics. It has programs tailored pediatrics, adults, senior adults and even veterans to cater to each demographic’s specific needs. It engages patients and allows them to become more directly involved in their care in all settings (inpatient, ambulatory, etc) through an education library containing thousands of award-winning videos and content on specific health conditions, medications, tests and procedures. Patients are also prompted to relevant education and care tasks to help enhance their care. The program also enables communication with the primary care provider.

I am in no way endorsing this program having not seen it in the hospitals yet, but I think it could be a valuable asset to both patient healing and nursing care and would like to see it first hand in a hospital to see how effective it is. I also like how it was developed by a former patient, who through their own experience has a unique perspective on what might be lacking or need enhancement with regard to patient teaching and discharge planning modalities.

I just thought it sounded pretty interesting. If anyone else would like to check it out, I posted the link to the overall page above and I will post the link to the adult program, since it is relevant to our current course content. Enjoy!

http://www.getwellnetwork.com/solutions/patient-experience/adult