title: Feasibility testing of a web-based symptom self-management system for persons living with HIV.
abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the feasibility of using a Web-based tool to provide tailored symptom management strategies for persons living with HIV (PLWH) and to estimate the effect size of the tool for future studies. Testing the components of the Web-based system was done by incorporating a repeated-measures design measuring the outcomes of symptom frequency and intensity, use of symptom management strategies, and engagement with health care providers. We recruited 42 PLWH; participants were enrolled in the study for 12 weeks and were asked to use the system and complete the questionnaires every 2 weeks. Our results showed that participants who used the strategies were more likely to have a decrease in symptom frequency and intensity. Findings from this feasibility study provide preliminary evidence for the use of a Web-based HIV symptom management tool with self-management strategies for individuals living with HIV infection.
authors.forename: Rebecca
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Schnall
authors.forename: Dean
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Wantland
authors.forename: Olivia
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Velez
authors.forename: Kenrick
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Cato
authors.forename: Haomiao
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Jia
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D019380:Anti-HIV Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005240:Feasibility Studies; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D010342:Patient Acceptance of Health Care; D011788:Quality of Life; D012648:Self Care / Q000379:methods*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires
chemical_list: D019380:Anti-HIV Agents
keywords: Web-based tools; persons living with HIV; symptom frequency; symptom intensity