Effectiveness of a Knowledge-based Intervention for Patients With Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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Studies have shown that there are significant differences in severity and outcome of lupus in patients of colored skin compared with Caucasians. There are many factors that lead to this discrepancy: genetics, poverty, education level, as well as behavioral and cultural factors. Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) is a disease of flares and remissions with identifiable triggers. One of the most aggravating triggers in CLE is sun exposure. The investigators hypothesize that there are disparities in knowledge about photoprotection, leading to poorer outcomes in minority ethnic groups. This study aims to assess knowledge of risk factors and triggers, especially sun exposure, and the effects on quality of life of Caucasian and minority populations, by conducting an assessment survey and subsequent teaching intervention on appropriate skin protection techniques including appropriate sun screen application, and use of sun-protective clothing. After three months a survey to evaluate knowledge retention about and the application of the educational intervention will be conducted.

Official Title
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Effectiveness of a Knowledge-based Intervention for Patients With Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

Conditions
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Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

Intervention / Treatment
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* Behavioral: Cutaneous Lupus educational script


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Subjects with a diagnosis of cutaneous lupus erythematous Subjects ages 18 years of age and older and able to give consent Exclusion Criteria: That which does not fit the inclusion criteria

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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No

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment
Masking: None (Open Label)


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Other: CLE and sun counseling<br> | Behavioral: Cutaneous Lupus educational script<br>* Subjects will listen to a short informational script on Cutaneous lupus and skin protection<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Percentage of Subjects Who Correctly Answered a Knowledge Assessment Item Immediately Before and After an Educational Lecture | In order to evaluate the immediate effect of an educational lecture about cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) and sun protection, subjects completed a written questionnaire to assess knowledge about CLE and sun protection immediately before and after the educational lecture. The percentage of subjects who correctly answered a knowledge assessment item were calculated pre- and post-educational lecture. | immediately before and after an educational lecture | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Percentage of Subjects Who Correctly Answered a Knowledge or Behavioral Assessment Item Before and 3 Months After an Educational Lecture | In order to evaluate the long-term effect of an educational lecture about cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) and sun protection, subjects completed a questionnaire to assess knowledge about CLE and sun protection behaviors immediately before and three months after an educational lecture. The percentage of subjects who correctly answered a knowledge or behavioral assessment item were calculated pre- and three months post-educational lecture. | before and 3 months after an educational lecture |