Issue Brief Addresses Cognitive Load and its Impact on Diagnostic Accuracy
A new AHRQ issue brief provides an overview of fundamental cognitive load theory concepts. It dives into what is and is not yet known about the interplay between cognitive load theory and diagnostic accuracy, while providing a review of ways to measure and understand its causal impact on diagnostic accuracy. The brief concludes with recommendations for future research and improvement efforts.
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