"[X-Plain] uses pictures and diagrams in ways that far exceed our abilities when teaching is done verbally. Not only is time saved from a nursing perspective but also the patient is able to receive much more."
Isis Ansley-Mills, RSTC RN Kaiser Permanente.
Overview
"X-Plain" is the patient education software we publish. X-Plain is reviewed by physicians and healthcare providers practicing in the USA (click here to learn more about our
editorial policies).
We have published more than 1000 X-Plain topics. Every X-Plain module is available in the following main instructional formats:
Interactive Tutorial
An interactive multimedia program that displays information, asks questions, and gives feedback. A tutorial progresses at the patient’s pace (learn more).
Video Presentation
A multimedia presentation that uses text, illustrations, animations, video, and narration to present health information. It is self-running and does not include questions.
Illustrated Handout
A peer-reviewed text with illustrations to display and print health information and instructions.
To learn about how X-Plain tutorials are used by our clients, click on one of the categories below.