Development and Validation of D-PATH Website to Improve Hypertension Management Among Hypertensive Patients in Malaysia

Overview

Journal Digit Health

Specialty Medical Informatics

Date 2024 Apr 10

PMID 38596405

Authors

Mohd Ramadan Ab Hamid

Siti Sabariah Buhari

Harrinni Md Noor

Nurul Ain Azizan

Khasnur Abd Malek

Ummi Mohlisi Mohd Asmawi

Norazmir Md Nor

Affiliations

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Abstract

Objective: This study aimed at developing and validating a web application on hypertension management called the D-PATH website.

Methods: The website development involved three stages: content analysis, web development, and validation. The model of Internet Intervention was used to guide the development of the website, in addition to other learning and multimedia theories. The content was developed based on literature reviews and clinical guidelines on hypertension. Then, thirteen experts evaluated the website using Fuzzy Delphi Technique.

Results: The website was successfully developed and contains six learning units. Thirteen experts rated the website based on content themes, presentation, interactivity, and instructional strategies. All experts reached a consensus that the web is acceptable to be used for nutrition education intervention.

Conclusion: D-PATH is a valid web-based educational tool ready to be used to help disseminate information on dietary and physical activity to manage hypertension. This web application was suitable for sharing information on dietary and physical activity recommendations for hypertension patients.

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