Older adults using cellular telephones for diabetes management: a pilot study
Durso, S.C.; Wendel, I.; Letzt, A.M.; Lefkowitz, J.; Kaseman, D.F.; Seifert, R.F.
Medsurg Nursing Official Journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses 12(5): 313-317
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 1092-0811 PMID: 14608688 Document Number: 559839
A Web-based telecommunications system can prompt patients to adhere to medication and self-care regimens, and to record medically relevant information. Because the system extends patient contact with health care providers, it facilitates communication and feedback. The results of a 3-month pilot study on the use of the system with older patients diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes are described.