| Literature DB >> 14619989 |
Elizabeth A Hahn1, David Cellal, Deborah G Dobrez, Gail Shiomoto, Samuel G Taylor, Angel G Galvez, Patricia Diaz, Veronica Valenzuela, Hsaio-Lin Chiang, Shaheen Khan, Stacie A Hudgens, Hongyan Du.
Abstract
Cancer patients who have limited literacy skills or English language proficiency are particularly vulnerable to receiving sub-optimal care. Outcome measurement in these patients may provide new insight into previously undetected problems. This report describes the development and testing of a Spanish language, multimedia program for quality of life (QOL) assessment. Pilot testing was conducted with 30 Latino cancer patients with a range of education levels and computer experience. Patients found the program easy to use and understand. The "Talking Touchscreen" is a practical, user-friendly method that provides greater opportunities to assess QOL in Spanish-speaking patients with a range of literacy skills.Entities:
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Year: 2003 PMID： 14619989
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Oncol Manag ISSN： 1061-9364