Digital and Health Literacy in Liver Transplant Recipients
Author Information
Author(s): Lee Hanna, Choi JiYeon, Choi Seongmi, Chu Sang Hui
Primary Institution: Yonsei University College of Nursing, Mo-Im Kim Nursing Research Institute, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Hypothesis
Younger and older liver transplant recipients differ in their health literacy, digital literacy, and self-management abilities.
Conclusion
Older liver transplant recipients have better self-management but lower digital literacy compared to younger recipients.
Supporting Evidence
- Younger LTRs had a self-management score of 56.95 compared to 61.83 for older LTRs.
- Younger LTRs scored 85.58 in digital literacy while older LTRs scored 71.17.
- Health literacy levels were similar between younger (13.62) and older (13.50) LTRs.
Takeaway
This study looked at how well younger and older people who had liver transplants understand health and use technology. It found that older people manage their health better but struggle more with technology.
Methodology
A cross-sectional survey was conducted comparing health literacy, digital literacy, and self-management between younger and older liver transplant recipients.
Limitations
Further studies are needed to fully understand the relationship between digital literacy and self-management in older liver transplant recipients.
Participant Demographics
Younger LTRs (< 60 years; n=97) and older LTRs (≥ 60 years; n=58) with a mix of genders.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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