Effect of Digital Health Education Towards Anxiety among Pre-Operative Patients: A Systematic Review

Daniel Nong Danche; Tintin Sukartini; Aria Aulia Nastiti; Ira Suarilah

doi:10.37287/ijghr.v6i6.3772

Daniel Nong Danche Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga
Tintin Sukartini Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga
Aria Aulia Nastiti Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga
Ira Suarilah Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga

DOI: https://doi.org/10.37287/ijghr.v6i6.3772

Keywords: anxiety, digital health, health risks, health service, surgery

Abstract

Anxiety is a major issue that worsens clinical symptoms and often arises when patients undergo surgery. However, the review of the impact of digital health education on pre-operative patients with anxiety is still limited. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of digital health education in reducing anxiety in pre-operative patients. Methods: A systematic review of quantitative studies was conducted. Relevant full-text articles were sourced from four databases: Web of Science, Science Direct, Proquest, and PubMed, from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2024. The quality of the included studies was assessed by the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). A narrative analysis was performed to present the effectiveness of digital health education on pre-operative patients with anxiety. Results: A total of 13 studies were identified, involving 1,394 pre-operative patients. The age of the participants ranged from 5 to 68 years. The effectiveness of digital health education for pre-operative patients with anxiety was seen as a mixed program combining images, audiovisual materials, and interactive features that allowed patients to communicate with each other and healthcare professionals. Conclusion: This study highlights that digital health education interventions are a promising avenue in healthcare delivery due to advancements in technology and information.

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