Table 7. Preferences among patients ages 6-20 with Type 1 diabetes in using an electronic log compared to a paper log

Question Electronic* Paper*
Which log was more fun to use? 79% 17%
Which log was easier to remember to use? 58% 33%
Which log was easier for sending information to your doctor? 71% 25%
Which log is more likely to be misplaced or lost? 17% 83%
Which log would be easier to carry around? 58% 42%
Which log would encourage you to log your blood sugar and other information more often? 62% 33%
Which log would you prefer to use in the future? 67% 33%

*Note: Totals may not add to 100% because of missing data.

Source: Sharma S. Web-based tool for diabetes self-care. Final report. Watertown (MA): New England Research Institutes; 2001. Contract No. 290-00-0025. Sponsored by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

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