Rural women with chronic illness: computer use and skill acquisition.

摘要: Chronically ill rural women must manage complex illness without easy access to health care resources including support and information. The Women project is a technology-based program with an overarching aim assist in the day-to-day management of their illnesses. An important aspect teaching how use Internet meet informational needs. purposes this article are examine changes 1) level computer skills, 2) degree comfort using computer, 3) knowledge functions for participants computer-based intervention. Results initial analysis data from 63 (intervention group n = 29, control 34) indicate that participating intervention reported greater skills specific aspects than group. These findings were further strengthened considering differentials sustained 8 months after end women’s participation With attainment it expected these will have ability quality information allow them better adapt chronic