Edgcombe H, Paton C, English M. Enhancing emergency care in low-income countries using mobile technology-based training tools.
Arch Dis Child 2016;
101:1149-1152. [PMID:
27658948 PMCID:
PMC5176077 DOI:
10.1136/archdischild-2016-310875]
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Abstract
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.
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