Enhancing emergency care in low-income countries using mobile technology-based training tools.

Edgcombe H., Paton C., English M.

In this paper, we discuss the role of mobile technology in developing training tools for health workers, with particular reference to low-income countries (LICs). The global and technological context is outlined, followed by a summary of approaches to using and evaluating mobile technology for learning in healthcare. Finally, recommendations are made for those developing and using such tools, based on current literature and the authors' involvement in the field.

DOI

10.1136/archdischild-2016-310875

Type

Journal article

Publication Date

2016-12-01T00:00:00+00:00

Volume

101

Pages

1149 - 1152

Total pages

3

Keywords

Medical Education, Technology, Tropical Paediatrics, Cell Phone, Developing Countries, Education, Medical, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Treatment, Health Personnel, Humans, Income, International Cooperation, Program Evaluation

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