HCI 316 ASS 2

E-Health Instruments: Empowering Consumers in Their Health Journey

Instructions:

In this essay, you will explore the diverse landscape of e-health instruments available to consumers. Your task is to:

• Describe the main types of e-health instruments used in the consumer sphere. Classify them into meaningful categories based on their functionalities or target areas (e.g., monitoring devices, fitness trackers, mental health apps).

• Provide examples: Briefly discuss several specific examples within each category, highlighting their key features and potential uses.

• Analyze benefits: Focus on one e-health instrument of your choice. In-depth, critically analyze its potential benefits for consumers, considering aspects like accessibility, empowerment, and improved health outcomes. Refer to relevant academic research and evidence to support your arguments.

Specific Requirements:

• Structure: Organize your essay using clear headings, subheadings, and transitions to ensure logical flow and easy understanding.

• Referencing: Use APA style to cite at least three academic sources (e.g., peer-reviewed journal articles, relevant textbook chapters) that support your claims and enhance the depth of your discussion. 

• Cover page: Use the provided SEU cover page for submission.

• Formatting: Adhere to standard academic formatting guidelines, including double-spacing, clear font, and proper margins.

Additional Notes:

• Feel free to draw insights and references from the assigned textbook and other sources.

• While focusing on one instrument for in-depth analysis, ensure your overview section adequately covers the main categories and examples of other widely used e-health tools.

• Tailor your writing style to an academic audience, maintaining a neutral and objective tone while providing compelling arguments and insightful analysis.

This assignment is an opportunity to showcase your understanding of e-health technologies, their impact on consumer empowerment, and your ability to critically evaluate their potential benefits based on evidence-based research.