The Use of Podcasts as Patient Preparation for Hospital Visits-An Interview Study Exploring Patients' Experiences.

Autor:	Frølund JC; Department of Medicine, Vejle Hospital, Lillebaelt Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Beriderbakken 4, DK 7100 Vejle, Denmark., Løkke A; Department of Medicine, Vejle Hospital, Lillebaelt Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Beriderbakken 4, DK 7100 Vejle, Denmark.; Department of Regional Reseacrh, University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsløvsvej 19, DK 5000 Odense, Denmark., Jensen HI; Department of Regional Reseacrh, University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsløvsvej 19, DK 5000 Odense, Denmark.; Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, Vejle Hospital, Lillebaelt Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Beriderbakken 4, DK 7100 Vejle, Denmark.; Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, Kolding Hospital, Lillebaelt Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Sygehusvej 24, DK 6000 Kolding, Denmark., Farver-Vestergaard I; Department of Medicine, Vejle Hospital, Lillebaelt Hospital, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Beriderbakken 4, DK 7100 Vejle, Denmark.; Department of Regional Reseacrh, University of Southern Denmark, J.B. Winsløvsvej 19, DK 5000 Odense, Denmark.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	International journal of environmental research and public health [Int J Environ Res Public Health] 2024 Jun 06; Vol. 21 (6). Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jun 06.
DOI:	10.3390/ijerph21060746
Abstrakt:	Introduction: Podcasts have emerged as a promising tool in patient preparation for hospital visits. However, the nuanced experiences of patients who engage with this medium remain underexplored. Objectives: This study explored patients' experiences of receiving information by way of podcasts prior to their hospital visits. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with patients with suspected chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), lung cancer, or sleep apnea. The method of data analysis chosen was thematic analysis. Results: Based on data from 24 interviews, five key themes were identified: technical challenges in utilization of podcasts; individual preferences for information prior to hospital visits; building trust and reducing anxiety through podcasts; the role of podcasts as an accessible and convenient source of information; and enhancement of engagement and empowerment through podcasts. Additionally, the study highlighted the critical importance of tailoring podcasts' content to individual preferences to optimize the delivery of healthcare information. Conclusions: Podcasts can serve as a meaningful supplement to traditional information sources for patients. However, it is important to recognize that not all patients may be able to engage with this medium effectively due to technical challenges or personal preferences.
Databáze:	MEDLINE
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