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Capella University
NURS FPX 6011
Dr. Name
Evidence-Based Patient-Centered Needs Assessment
The need assessment explores and substantiates healthcare technology implementation to enhance patient engagement and improve outcomes for a specific patient population. The focus on technology, such as telehealth platforms, mobile health applications, and wearable devices, is intended to address distinct needs within this group, ranging from chronic disease management to preventive care. By leveraging current evidence and best practices, the assessment outlines a strategic approach to integrating innovative solutions that meet the patient’s unique health, economic, and cultural needs, optimizing care delivery and promoting better health outcomes. This document serves as a blueprint for healthcare providers to effectively plan and execute technology-driven interventions tailored to the identified needs of the community served (Alsahli et al., 2023).
Importance of Patient Engagement and Evidence-Based Strategies
Addressing patient engagement in managing specific health, economic, and cultural needs is crucial for optimizing healthcare outcomes. The integration of patient engagement strategies ensures that care is not only reactive but also proactive, focusing on holistic wellness that encompasses a patient’s complete lifestyle and environment. Evidence-based practice highlights the significance of tailored engagement strategies that consider diverse patient backgrounds and circumstances, leading to more effective management of chronic conditions and improved overall health outcomes. Studies consistently indicate that patients who are engaged are more likely to comply with treatment plans, participate in preventive care, and achieve better health outcomes (Modi & Feldman, 2022).
For example, implementing a digital health monitoring system can significantly improve patient engagement by allowing continuous interaction between patients and healthcare providers. Such a system can be especially effective for patients managing chronic diseases such as diabetes, where regular monitoring and adjustments in lifestyle and medication are necessary. Additionally, culturally sensitive health education programs that respect and incorporate the values and beliefs of different ethnic groups can enhance patient understanding and cooperation. Various formats such as mobile apps, webinars, or community workshops are used to deliver these programs, making them accessible and relevant to the patient’s specific cultural context (Curran et al., 2023).
The use of information and communication technology (ICT) tools has a significant potential to improve consumer health literacy, especially in patient populations that face obstacles to traditional health education methods. Tools like mobile health applications, patient portals and online health resources give patients the power to access, comprehend, and act on health information that is easy to understand and accessible. For instance, studies have demonstrated that patient portals that offer access to personal health records can significantly increase patient engagement and self-management capabilities, particularly in chronic disease scenarios (Wosny et al., 2023). These portals allow patients to track their medical history, medication, and test results, enabling them to make informed decisions about their health care.
However, while ICT tools are promising, they also present areas of uncertainty that need further exploration to optimize their use. For example, there remains a question about the level of health literacy required to effectively use these tools. Patients with limited literacy or technological skills may find sophisticated apps and portals challenging to navigate. Additionally, the personalization of these tools to meet the diverse cultural and linguistic needs of different patient populations is not well understood. More research is needed to determine how these technologies can be adapted to be more inclusive and accessible to all users, regardless of their educational background or native language (Chidambaram et al., 2024). Identifying these gaps and addressing them through continuous improvement and tailored educational support could significantly enhance the effectiveness of ICT interventions in improving health literacy. Also visit our
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