title: Using computers as instructional technology in the pressure ulcer field.
abstract: The use of computers by healthcare educators is expanding rapidly because computer-assisted instruction reduces learning time, can be accessed at any time, and is cost-effective. How to evaluate their cost-effectiveness and suggestions for use are presented in detail. The advantages and disadvantages of computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and interactive videodisc (IVD) technologies are reviewed. Several CAI and IVD programs of interest to wound care clinicians are described.
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authors.lastname: Bolwell
mesh_terms: D003194:Computer-Assisted Instruction / Q000379:methods*; D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D006801:Humans; D010564:Personnel, Hospital / Q000193:education*; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000191:economics / Q000517:prevention & control*