ArticlePEC innovation2026
Development and evaluation of patient education material for splenectomy patients.
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Abstract
Objective: To develop and evaluate the PEM designed to enhance splenectomy patients' understanding, self-efficacy, and adherence to infection prevention behaviors, addressing the limitations of existing resources. Methods: We developed the PEM with reference to the successive approximation model and evaluated the PEM after 2 joint reviews by infectious disease specialists. The evaluation method was conducted using an online survey. Native Japanese-speaking adults aged ≥18 years were recruited. We measured Results: The final study participants were 300. There were 140 female (46.7%), with more than 75% aged 50 or younger. Although Conclusion: We evaluated educational materials for patients undergoing splenectomy using an online survey. When developing PEMs, the ability to provide behavioral support should be considered, and a psychological approach that improves patients' subjective evaluation and fosters their sense of self-efficacy is essential.
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