Computerized Information and Support for Patients with Breast Cancer or HIV Infection.

Rolnick, Sharon J.; Owens, Betta; Botta, Renee; Sathe, Laurie; Hawkins, Robert; Cooper, Leah; Kelley, Mary; Gustafson, David

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ERIC Number: EJ583146

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1999

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Computerized Information and Support for Patients with Breast Cancer or HIV Infection.

Rolnick, Sharon J.; Owens, Betta; Botta, Renee; Sathe, Laurie; Hawkins, Robert; Cooper, Leah; Kelley, Mary; Gustafson, David

Nursing Outlook, v47 n2 p78-83 Mar-Apr 1999

Use of the Comprehensive Health Enhancement Support System, a computerized information system, by patients with breast cancer or HIV was compared. Groups differed in the frequency of access and use of certain aspects (e.g., discussion groups). Identification of patient concerns provided useful information for system improvements. (SK)

Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Databases, Information Systems, Patient Education, Social Support Groups

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Language: English

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