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![A/B Testing of User Enrollment Forms to Enhance Diversity in the Biomedical Workforce via the National Research Mentoring Network: User-Centered Design Case Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae9734682f0ccf90ab2e1bc8bcd97820.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae9734682f0ccf90ab2e1bc8bcd97820.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae9734682f0ccf90ab2e1bc8bcd97820.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae9734682f0ccf90ab2e1bc8bcd97820.png 2500w)
![Effects of User Experience in Automated Information Processing on Perceived Usefulness of Digital Contact-Tracing Apps: Cross-Sectional Survey Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a57d17029895ed66b137cb2ee3baee5e.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a57d17029895ed66b137cb2ee3baee5e.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a57d17029895ed66b137cb2ee3baee5e.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a57d17029895ed66b137cb2ee3baee5e.png 2500w)
In pandemic situations, digital contact tracing (DCT) can be an effective way to assess one’s risk of infection and inform others in case of infection. DCT apps can support the information gathering and analysis processes of users aiming to trace contacts. However, users’ use intention and use of DCT information may depend on the perceived benefits of contact tracing. While existing research has examined acceptance in DCT, automation-related user experience factors have been overlooked.
![Provider Adoption of mHealth in Rural Patient Care: Web-Based Survey Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/da29b5846e4396bc1dca7996eda1f0c6.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/da29b5846e4396bc1dca7996eda1f0c6.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/da29b5846e4396bc1dca7996eda1f0c6.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/da29b5846e4396bc1dca7996eda1f0c6.png 2500w)
Physicians and patient-facing caregivers have increasingly used mobile health (mHealth) technologies in the past several years, accelerating during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, barriers and feedback surrounding adoption remain relatively understudied and varied across health systems, particularly in rural areas.
![Preferences, Needs, and Values of Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Attending a Telehealth Service: Qualitative Interview Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/f8abdb9a4051963a4d2aeac974e9b3b0.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/f8abdb9a4051963a4d2aeac974e9b3b0.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/f8abdb9a4051963a4d2aeac974e9b3b0.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/f8abdb9a4051963a4d2aeac974e9b3b0.png 2500w)
Digitally assisted health care services and technologies are gaining popularity. They assist patients in managing their conditions, thereby reducing the burden on health care staff. Digital health care enables individuals to receive care that is more tailored to their needs and preferences. When implemented properly, it can promote equity by considering each person’s opportunities and limitations in the context of health care needs, preferences, values, and capabilities.
![Interactive Electronic Pegboard for Enhancing Manual Dexterity and Cognitive Abilities: Instrument Usability Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a802a7c4cd911791185d1c179a647979.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a802a7c4cd911791185d1c179a647979.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a802a7c4cd911791185d1c179a647979.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a802a7c4cd911791185d1c179a647979.png 2500w)
Strokes pose a substantial health burden, impacting 1 in 6 people globally. One-tenth of patients will endure a second, often more severe, stroke within a year. Alarmingly, a younger demographic is being affected due to recent lifestyle changes. As fine motor and cognitive issues arise, patient disability as well as the strain on caregivers and health care resources is exacerbated. Contemporary occupational therapy assesses manual dexterity and cognitive functions through object manipulation and pen-and-paper recordings. However, these assessments are typically isolated, which makes it challenging for therapists to comprehensively evaluate specific patient conditions. Furthermore, the reliance on one-on-one training and assessment approaches on manual documentation is inefficient and prone to transcription errors.
![Using a Smartwatch App to Understand Young Adult Substance Use: Mixed Methods Feasibility Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/d0e769a77682d1b9c1b7cb7989c0ccd2.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/d0e769a77682d1b9c1b7cb7989c0ccd2.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/d0e769a77682d1b9c1b7cb7989c0ccd2.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/d0e769a77682d1b9c1b7cb7989c0ccd2.png 2500w)
Young adults in the United States exhibit some of the highest rates of substance use compared to other age groups. Heavy and frequent substance use can be associated with a host of acute and chronic health and mental health concerns. Recent advances in ubiquitous technologies have prompted interest and innovation in using technology-based data collection instruments to understand substance use and associated harms. Existing methods for collecting granular, real-world data primarily rely on the use of smartphones to study and understand substance use in young adults. Wearable devices, such as smartwatches, show significant potential as platforms for data collection in this domain but remain underused.
![Alarm Management in Intensive Care: Qualitative Triangulation Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae3e000eb5323366a9ec60ff1ba1519b.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae3e000eb5323366a9ec60ff1ba1519b.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae3e000eb5323366a9ec60ff1ba1519b.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ae3e000eb5323366a9ec60ff1ba1519b.png 2500w)
The high number of unnecessary alarms in intensive care settings leads to alarm fatigue among staff and threatens patient safety. To develop and implement effective and sustainable solutions for alarm management in intensive care units (ICUs), an understanding of staff interactions with the patient monitoring system and alarm management practices is essential.
![Implementation of Anxiety UK’s Ask Anxia Chatbot Service: Lessons Learned Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a778f0c08be27d31129f671470dcbc1a.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a778f0c08be27d31129f671470dcbc1a.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a778f0c08be27d31129f671470dcbc1a.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a778f0c08be27d31129f671470dcbc1a.png 2500w)
Chatbots are increasingly being applied in the context of health care, providing access to services when there are constraints on human resources. Simple, rule-based chatbots are suited to high-volume, repetitive tasks and can therefore be used effectively in providing users with important health information. In this Viewpoint paper, we report on the implementation of a chatbot service called Ask Anxia as part of a wider provision of information and support services offered by the UK national charity, Anxiety UK. We reflect on the changes made to the chatbot over the course of approximately 18 months as the Anxiety UK team monitored its performance and responded to recurrent themes in user queries by developing further information and services. We demonstrate how corpus linguistics can contribute to the evaluation of user queries and the optimization of responses. On the basis of these observations of how Anxiety UK has developed its own chatbot service, we offer recommendations for organizations looking to add automated conversational interfaces to their services.
![Gamification Approach to Provide Support About the Deferral Experience in Blood Donation: Design and Feasibility Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/cc4dff80f6c532ad7915742a83d6b9ed.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/cc4dff80f6c532ad7915742a83d6b9ed.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/cc4dff80f6c532ad7915742a83d6b9ed.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/cc4dff80f6c532ad7915742a83d6b9ed.png 2500w)
Multiple studies have examined the impact of deferral on the motivation of prospective blood donors, proposing various policies and strategies to support individuals who undergo this experience. However, existing information and communications technology systems focused on blood donation have not yet integrated these ideas or provided options to assist with the deferral experience.
![Assessing the Relationship Between Digital Trail Making Test Performance and IT Task Performance: Empirical Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/18ec592932eac8bb9fe13a2fc7b4b5fd.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/18ec592932eac8bb9fe13a2fc7b4b5fd.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/18ec592932eac8bb9fe13a2fc7b4b5fd.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/18ec592932eac8bb9fe13a2fc7b4b5fd.png 2500w)
Cognitive functional ability affects the accessibility of IT and is thus something that should be controlled for in user experience (UX) research. However, many cognitive function assessment batteries are long and complex, making them impractical for use in conventional experimental time frames. Therefore, there is a need for a short and reliable cognitive assessment that has discriminant validity for cognitive functions needed for general IT tasks. One potential candidate is the Trail Making Test (TMT).
![Assessing the Utility, Impact, and Adoption Challenges of an Artificial Intelligence–Enabled Prescription Advisory Tool for Type 2 Diabetes Management: Qualitative Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/b09f44292c4b786453a1e9a6940cec96.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/b09f44292c4b786453a1e9a6940cec96.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/b09f44292c4b786453a1e9a6940cec96.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/b09f44292c4b786453a1e9a6940cec96.png 2500w)
The clinical management of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) presents a significant challenge due to the constantly evolving clinical practice guidelines and growing array of drug classes available. Evidence suggests that artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) have proven to be effective in assisting clinicians with informed decision-making. Despite the merits of AI-driven CDSSs, a significant research gap exists concerning the early-stage implementation and adoption of AI-enabled CDSSs in T2DM management.
![Development of a Real-Time Dashboard for Overdose Touchpoints: User-Centered Design Approach Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/1acc2f64529c7d9ca383c66ab286c8a8.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/1acc2f64529c7d9ca383c66ab286c8a8.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/1acc2f64529c7d9ca383c66ab286c8a8.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/1acc2f64529c7d9ca383c66ab286c8a8.png 2500w)
Overdose Fatality Review (OFR) is an important public health tool for shaping overdose prevention strategies in communities. However, OFR teams review only a few cases at a time, which typically represent a small fraction of the total fatalities in their jurisdiction. Such limited review could result in a partial understanding of local overdose patterns, leading to policy recommendations that do not fully address the broader community needs.
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