On the Use of Mobile-Based Notification Systems for Medication Adherence: A Systematic Review.

Okuboyejo, Senanu and Oshunmakinde, Bukola and Ayo, C. K. and Mbarika, Victor (2017) On the Use of Mobile-Based Notification Systems for Medication Adherence: A Systematic Review. Indian Journal of Science and Technology, 10 (20). ISSN 0974-5645

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Abstract

Objective: The SMS and voice features are the most commonly documented uses of mobile technologies. This paper systematically reviews existing mobile notification systems for medication adherence, stating the strengths and limitations. Methods: Search was carried out on PubMed, EBSCO and Science Direct online databases. Studies including the use of both voice call and SMS features as notification systems were included. Twenty (20) full text citations were included in the review. The studies reported the various uses of voice-enabled and SMS features of the mobile phone technology and the mode in which the interventions were sent. Findings: The review highlighted the inadequacy in research incorporating notification systems and voice call feature of mobile technologies. Applications: The effectiveness of using this feature especially in rural areas characterized by high population of illiterates and people between the ages of 40 and above.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Adherence, Medication, Mobile Technology, Notification System
Subjects:	Q Science > Q Science (General) Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA75 Electronic computers. Computer science
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Electronics and Computer Science
Depositing User:	Dr Sena Okuboyejo
Date Deposited:	21 Sep 2018 09:13
Last Modified:	21 Sep 2018 09:13
URI:	http://eprints.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/id/eprint/11714

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