"Qualitative evaluation of a digital software solution for documentation and training in 24-hour home care"

Home Health Care Serv Q. 2023 Dec 8:1-15. doi: 10.1080/01621424.2023.2290284. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTOwing to its cost-efficiency, 24-hour home care is increasing and represents a cornerstone in the care of elder people in Austria. A software solution to support 24-hour caregivers in their daily routine was developed facilitating a user-centered design process. It includes electronic documentation, an e-learning platform, emergency management, and a communication tool. To evaluate the usability and acceptance of the developed software solution, a qualitative survey including focus groups (FG), a group interview (GI), and a usability walkthrough (UW) were conducted. This paper describes the findings of the qualitative survey which indicate that the e-learning platform as well as the e-documentation support 24-hour caregivers in their daily work with their clients. Participants with less technical affinity needed support to use the tool proficiently. 24-hour caregivers appreciate the fact that the solution unites all the needed information in one place.PMID:38062991 | DOI:10.1080/01621424.2023.2290284
Source: Home Health Care Services Quarterly - Category: Nursing Authors: Source Type: research