What is the effect of a low literacy talking book on patient knowledge, anxiety and communication before radiation therapy starts? A pilot study.

Sian Karen SmithNatalie StefanicJoanne ShawHeather ShepherdDiana NaehrigRobin M TurnerMaria Cabrera-AguasBettina MeiserGeorgia K B HalkettMichael JacksonGeorge SaadeJoseph BucciChristopher MilrossHaryana M Dhillon

Published in: Journal of medical radiation sciences (2022)

The talking book shows promise in improving knowledge, reducing anxiety and enhancing communication. Strategies to support the implementation of the talking book are required. Further studies to translate the book into different languages are also planned.

Keyphrases

healthcare
radiation therapy
primary care
sleep quality
big data
squamous cell carcinoma
health information
radiation induced
locally advanced
depressive symptoms
social media