Introduction: There is a lack of research surrounding pediatric nurses’ perspective on patient education tools used in pediatric emergency departments and operative settings. Simply Sayin’ is an application for smart devices that may aid in pediatric patient education by defining medical jargon. This study aims to complete a mixed methods study on the usability of Simply Sayin’ app by pediatric nurses in the emergency department (ED) and operative unit. Methods: Using a mixed methods convergent design, researchers conducted zoom and in-person interviews with eight registered nurses (RN) working in pediatric emergency and operative settings. The systematic usability scale (SUS) was used to quantitatively analyze the perceived usability of the app. During interviews participants were introduced to Simply Sayin’ app, given time to independently explore the app, and answer qualitative questions pertaining to usability. Results: The SUS score was 95.95 indicating high potential for Simply Sayin’ usability in pediatric emergency and operative settings by RNs. Researchers compiled nine common themes throughout all eight participant interviews: positive feelings toward the app, multi-faceted information deliveries, easily accessible, useful for nursing understanding and teaching, helpful situations, age appropriate, usability issues, less useful features, and current education tools. Conclusion: Simply Sayin’ medical jargon app for pediatric patients has high potential for usability by pediatric nurses in emergency and operative settings. Further research is required pertaining to its implementation into practice and impact on patient outcomes.
Mollie Pierce Kilpatrick (Sun,) studied this question.