Like/Dislike
I liked the idea of working at my own pace. I also liked that a bunch of modules were due at different times throughout the semester. That way you could pace yourself but you could never get too far behind.
Some of the modules had a lot to do and felt overwhelming at times. Some of the quizzes were quite difficult and the answers were very obtuse.
Topic learned most about:
Information retrieval. I thought that I knew how to do this and verify my sources. But I was wrong. I learned so much more that will come in handy when I am doing research for information to give my patients.
What was favorite topic:
Teaching with technology. I loved all of the different aspects especially the podcasts and you-tube videos. I even had my kids watch the one that took place with the survey in the class room. They agreed with me 100% about being in the digital age. They also thought more teachers should take advantage of the digital information that is available to them.
Least favorite:
My least favorite module was using Endnote. I hate this program so much, but I am learning to deal with it. I want it to work the way it is supposed to but I can not seem to grasp it. I also find that endnote sometimes just tries to insert references in other word documents as you are working on them. I will have to memorize the 300 page manual to become an expert, but I am trying very hard.
No other comments;)
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Module 5
Why would a patient want to create a blog?
A patient could create a blog for many reasons. The blog could be used as a way for the family to connect with his/her family members about how the patient is doing. A blog can also be created to criticize or praise the hospital and staff that are caring for the patient. “You can find out more with less effort, and spread it farther and faster than anyone ever dreamed was possible” (Curtin, 2005).
What might they gain from this?
Creating a blog might be the patient’s way of expression. The patient might not feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings with the staff at the hospital. The patient might have had a bad experience at the hospital and wanted to warn others to be aware of it. In the end the patient might even gain popularity from their blog.
Why would a healthcare provider create a blog?
They would want customers to see their human sides and that their business is in the 21st century. They might post answers to commonly asked questions. They could possibly post a list of when immunizations are due, etc.
They could also do a weekly/monthly in-service through their blog about specific diseases that are affecting their population.
A blog is a good way for a provider to reach all patients at anytime.
Ethical considerations?
You must remember that this is a public site and you must post with in the boundaries of ethics. You should never post anything that everyone could not read. When you post, post as if you were talking to a group of patients, that way you will not run into ethical problems.
Also never be definitive with your answers or statements in the blog. Always state that if patients are worried or have additional questions they should come into the office.
A patient could create a blog for many reasons. The blog could be used as a way for the family to connect with his/her family members about how the patient is doing. A blog can also be created to criticize or praise the hospital and staff that are caring for the patient. “You can find out more with less effort, and spread it farther and faster than anyone ever dreamed was possible” (Curtin, 2005).
What might they gain from this?
Creating a blog might be the patient’s way of expression. The patient might not feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings with the staff at the hospital. The patient might have had a bad experience at the hospital and wanted to warn others to be aware of it. In the end the patient might even gain popularity from their blog.
Why would a healthcare provider create a blog?
They would want customers to see their human sides and that their business is in the 21st century. They might post answers to commonly asked questions. They could possibly post a list of when immunizations are due, etc.
They could also do a weekly/monthly in-service through their blog about specific diseases that are affecting their population.
A blog is a good way for a provider to reach all patients at anytime.
Ethical considerations?
You must remember that this is a public site and you must post with in the boundaries of ethics. You should never post anything that everyone could not read. When you post, post as if you were talking to a group of patients, that way you will not run into ethical problems.
Also never be definitive with your answers or statements in the blog. Always state that if patients are worried or have additional questions they should come into the office.
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