Effect Of Video-Based Patient Education On Pancreatic Cancer Knowledge And Behavior.

11005 Background: Treatment outcomes for pancreatic cancer are optimized when patients/caregivers are engaged, informed and supported participants in their care. However, challenges exist regarding care engagement, disease and treatment related education, and the attainment of adequate psychosocial support. To address these needs, we created video-based patient education activities with the National Pancreas Foundation to empower patients/care with information and resources on pancreatic cancer facts, diagnosis, medical management, and strategies to minimize side effects and maximize quality of life. Methods: One 1-hour patient education activity was broadcast live and online, followed by on-demand release, in 2018-2019 at CancerCoachLive.com and via Facebook Video for 12 months. Features included panel discussions, slides, live polling and Q&A, and video vignettes of real patient experiences. Knowledge-focused test questions were administered at 3 time points (pre-activity, immediate post-activity, and 2-mos [follow-up] post). Behavioral and communication-focused questions were also asked at follow-up. Data from these questions, live poll responses, and learner-submitted questions pre-event and during live Q&A were analyzed to determine engagement, lessons learned and continuing patient needs. Results: In total, 6,276 patients took part in the activity. Patient questions prior to and during the activity focused on basic knowledge about pancreas gland function, tumor development, disease escalation, and medical management. In-session polling results revealed that prognosis and life expectancy were the top concerns for participants. Two months post-education evaluation showed: 33% reported improved communication with their healthcare providers (HCPs) regarding pancreatic cancer; 46% reported improved feelings of being more “in-control” of health care decisions; 25% reported improved care behaviors for their health. Reports of improved HCP communication were specific to: side effect management, clinical trials availability, treatment option knowledge, and confidence related to engaging in discussions. Knowledge improvements were observed for 3 of 4 questions related to facts about the pancreas, pancreatic cancer, and treatment.Conclusions: Patient/caregiver education on pancreatic cancer yields gains in knowledge and behavior, improves patient/caregiver engagement, improves treatment decision-making, and maximizes quality of life.