Journal article
Using quick response codes to access digital health resources in the general practice waiting room
EP Hu, CE McDonald, Y Zhou, P Jakanovski, P Lau
Australian Journal of Primary Health | CSIRO PUBLISHING | Published : 2024
DOI: 10.1071/PY24009
Abstract
Background: Quick response (QR) codes are an established method of communication in today's society. However, the role of QR codes for linking to health information in general practice waiting areas has not yet been explored. Methods: This mixed-methods study used both quantitative data measuring QR scans and qualitative data from follow-up semi-structured interviews with visitors to two general practice waiting areas to determine access to an online health information site and their experience of using the QR code. The technology acceptance model was used to guide the interview questions. Quantitative data were analysed descriptively, and qualitative data were analysed thematically using an..
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Funding Acknowledgements
The authors acknowledge the funding received from the Wattle Fellowship Scholarship from the University of Melbourne. Special thank you to Raymond Wu, Bethanie Chong, Purab Patel, Evangeline Ginnivan, Amin Abedini, Toni Zhang, Bernice Wang, Michael Barrese, Hugo Klempfner, Akshan Pathmaraj, Zhouai, Dawoud Al-Mekhled, Angelo Kim and Allen Xiao for their assistance and support in creating the content of the QR code. Thank you to managers Anne McGlashan and Dr Joan San for your support.