Table 7.
Synthesis of the results for web-based packages (13 studies;108–120 N(%))
| N* | + | − | +/− | Ø | Examples | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outcomes | ||||||
| Clinical processes113 114 116 | 3 (100) | 2 (67) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) | 1 (33) | + Improved relationship with careers, families |
| Patients’ health outcomes109 111 120 | 3 (100) | 2 (67) | 1 (33) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) | + Decrease mental health problems − Increase physical and mental health problems |
| Patients’ satisfaction112 113 120 | 3 (100) | 2 (67) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) | 1 (33) | + High interest in on-line health information |
| Patients’ empowerment108 110–112 114 115 117–119 | 9 (100) | 6 (67) | 1 (11) | 0 (0) | 2 (22) | + Confidence; self-efficacy; self-control − Knowledge of how to search for information |
| Technology | ||||||
| Compatibility108 112 115 119 | 4 (100) | 2 (50) | 2 (50) | 0 (0) | 0 (0) | + Compatibility is assessed positively − Not compatible with patients’ disabilities |
| Simplicity115 119 120 | 3 (100) | 1 (33) | 1 (33) | 1 (33) | 0 (0) | + Easy to use − Problems finding information; absence of a user's guide; language barriers |
| Implementation | ||||||
| Trialability108 111 115 119 | 4 (100) | 2 (50) | 0 (0) | 2 (50) | 0 (0) | + Focus on new learner needs; access to an instructor; peer training assistants; support by a technical worker − Insufficient time for exploration |
N*, Number of studies for which the dimension was evaluated; +, positive evaluation; −, negative evaluation; +/−, evaluation that was both positive and negative; Ø, no influence.