Patients bring a wide variation in their capacity to use ...

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Patients bring a wide variation in their capacity to use information technology. Which of the following does not increase the usability of PHRs?
 
  1. Easy navigation
  2. Simple functionality
  3. Decreased e-literacy
  4. Readability

Question 2

Which of the following is a barrier associated with patient use of PHRs in rural regions?
 
  1. Access
  2. Awareness
  3. Usability
  4. eHealth literacy

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Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale: Ensuring a high level of usability, including easy navigation, simple functionality, and readability can enhance willingness and ability to use the PHR.

Answer to Question 2

1
Rationale: Clinical Integration. Nurses, physicians, and other professionals providing care have an important role in the successful deployment and adoption of PHRs. As patients will continue to see health professionals as a source of expert information, encouraging and demonstrating use of these tools to patients and families will be important.