The CKD-DETECT V2.0 study: A randomised controlled trial evaluating the effectiveness of an infographic poster compared with an e-learning program on general practice nurses’ knowledge and learning efficiency about chronic kidney disease risk factors and best practice screening procedures

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Aims and objectivesTo evaluate: (a) the effectiveness of an infographic poster compared with an e-learning program on general practice nurses’ knowledge about chronic kidney disease risk factors and best practice screening procedures and (b) the effectiveness of an infographic poster compared with an e-learning program on general practice nurses’ learning time and learning efficiency. BackgroundThe screening and early detection of chronic kidney disease is essential in reducing its burden on the health system and those affected by it. General practice nurses are well-positioned to assist in its early detection. DesignParallel-group, single-blinded, pre-post interventional randomised control design. MethodThis study was reported in accordance with the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT). Participants were registered or enrolled nurses working in general practice settings across Australia. The intervention group (n = 173) received an infographic poster about chronic kidney disease risk factors and best practice screening procedures, whereas the control group (n = 170) received an interactive e-learning program. Data were collected using an 8-item pre-post knowledge evaluation instrument. Time spent learning were collected through a self-reported log and a login/logout method. ResultsThe overall intervention effect demonstrated no statistical significance in knowledge scores from the baseline scores between the intervention and control group. The intervention group demonstrated higher learning efficiency in comparison to the control group. ConclusionThe study demonstrated an infographic poster is as effective as an e-learning program on improving knowledge scores. However, in comparison to an e-learning program, an infographic poster is a more efficient way of learning. Relevance to clinical practiceInfographic posters can be an efficient educational modality to enhance healthcare professionals’ knowledge and could be used as public health campaigns in clinical settings to educate the community.