Postmenopausal osteoporosis continuing education needed for healthcare professionals? A quality improvement project
Authors' conclusion
A statistically significant difference in correct responses was found when comparing pre- and final post-test data showing improved knowledge following this activity. Through self-declaration, improved competency and commitment to practice changes were conveyed based on knowledge gained. This study confirms more knowledge on PMO is needed among healthcare professionals to close the care gap and online CME may be an effective learning tool.
Study context
- Population
- Healthcare professionals viewing a postmenopausal osteoporosis (PMO) continuing medical education (CME) activity on Medscape™, May 9–July 9, 20246,083 completed
- Participants
- 7,731 vs 6,559
- Comparison
- Pre-test vs post-test knowledge after a one-hour online PMO CME
- Pre-testn = 7,731reference
- Post-testn = 6,559
- Outcome
- Knowledge of PMO (test answers)
Methodological detailspre-post educational study, online CME, pre- and post-tests, post-activity evaluation, Page viewers: 31,302
- Pre-post educational study
- Online CME
- Pre- and post-tests
- Post-activity evaluation
- Page viewers: 31,302
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Pre-test: answered ≥1 question incorrectly or unsure (no passing score of ≥75%)
49.3%
Post-test: credit on first attempt (all three questions correct)
52.4%
Post-test: credit by final attempt
97.1%
Further findings
Self-reported competency and practice change
- Improved competency and commitment to practice changes conveyed by self-declaration
Original publication
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