Mobile health technology for gestational care: evaluation of the GestAção's app

an evaluative, applied, methodological, quantitative-qualitative study. This tool was evaluated by 13 pregnant women through questionnaires for sociodemographic profile characterization and Likert scale use to calculate Content Validity Index (CVI); and semi-structured interview, with analysis based on Semiotics.

Results:

the study evidenced a significant level of satisfaction of pregnant women with the application use, considering the objectives (CVI = 0.92), structure and presentation (CVI = 0.86), and relevance (CVI = 0.92).

Final considerations:

the GestAção application obtained an overall CVI of 0.90, evidencing it as a facilitating and supporting technology in the empowerment of pregnant women interested in obtaining knowledge about pregnancy. It has been proved to be a powerful tool to qualify good practices in nursing consultation.

Descriptors:
Telemedicine; Mobile Health Units; Health Technology Assessments; Portable Electronic Apps; Primary Care Nursing

Objectives	CVI
1. Is the language used in the application easy to understand?	1
2. Are the information contained in the application clear and clarify your questions about pregnancy?	0.92
3. Did the application content provide tips on taking care of your health during pregnancy?	1
4. Has the application helped to change your behavior regarding pregnancy care?	0.69
5. Did the application help you understand the baby's development?	1
6. Is the application content motivating and encourages you to continue browsing?	0.92
7. Are you satisfied with the use of the application?	0.92
8. Can the application help other women get information about pregnancy?	0.92
CVI mean	0.92

Structure and presentation	CVI
1. Was the information easy to understand as it was presented?	0.92
2. Does the structure and presentation of the material facilitate learning about pregnancy?	0.85
3. Did you like the sequence in which the content was presented?	1
4. Is the presentation of content and messages attractive and encourages the use of the application?	0.85
5. Is the language presented clearly and objectively?	0.92
6. Is the amount and type of information contained in the application adequate and sufficient?	0.77
7. Do illustrations (images) help in understanding the content of the application?	1
8. Are the illustrations (images) clear and easy to understand, ie have good quality?	0.85
9. Is the number of illustrations adequate for the content of the educational material?	0.69
10. Are the icons (images representing each function) adequate and help the pregnant woman to use the application?	0.62
11. Are the colors applied to the text relevant and easy to read?	0.92
12. Is the size of the letters of the texts appropriate?	0.85
13. Does the font used make reading easier?	0.92
CVI mean	0.86

Relevance	CVI
1. Does the material address the subjects necessary for the pregnant woman's understanding of the development of a healthy pregnancy?	1
2. Is the material adequate to help the pregnant woman identify the changes of her body during pregnancy?	1
3. Does the application promote the understanding of the pregnant woman about the development of her baby?	0.92
4. Does the material address the issues necessary for follow-up and adherence in the taking of drugs, vaccines and supplements during the gestational period?	0.85
5. Does the material address the issues of healthy eating for pregnant women?	0.92
6. Is the material adequate to assist pregnant women in pregnancy care?	0.92
7. Has the application brought any information about the pregnancy that you did not obtain otherwise?	0.77
8. Do you know how to differentiate myths and truths about pregnancy after using the application?	0.92
9. Did you enjoy using an app to learn about your pregnancy?	1
10. Would you indicate the application so that other women can get information about pregnancy?	0.92
CVI mean	0.92

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[1] Corresponding Author: Indara Cavalcante Bezerra. E-mail: indaracavalcante@yahoo.com.br