Predictors of lung cancer patients' behavioral intention to use virtual reality for treatment preparedness and shared decision-making: a Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology-based perception study.

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OBJECTIVES: We examined the intention of lung cancer patients to use virtual reality (VR) to support shared decision-making and treatment preparedness and identified predictors of this intention using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). METHODS: Two hundred cancer patients completed a survey. Logistic regression was used to identify the predictors of VR use for decision-making. RESULTS: 89.5% were willing to use VR; willing participants were younger than those who were not willing (60.8 ± 15.3 years; P < .001). Digital literacy was high in 89%, whereas health literacy was marginal/limited in 85%. Willingness was associated with greater technology use (P = .009). Performance expectancy strongly predicted intention: motivation to engage (Yes OR = 6.93; 95% CI, [4.06, 11.84]) and gaining knowledge (Yes OR = 15.20; 95% CI, [4.39, 52.56]); all P < .001. Effort expectancy (ease of navigation) was significant (Easy OR = 7.16; 95% CI, [2.50, 20.49]; P < .001), while mental/physical workload were not (P = .312/.732). Social influence from family/friends (OR = 3.38; 95% CI, [1.29, 8.84]; P = .016) and valuing family involvement (OR = 3.30; 95% CI, [1.32, 8.22]; P = .015) predicted intention; clinician encouragement did not (P = .283). Facilitating conditions were robust: peers also using VR (OR = 4.23; 95% CI, [1.46, 12.26]; P = .010), having assistance (OR = 7.05; 95% CI, [2.54, 19.61]; P = .0002), and clear instructions (OR = 20.60; 95% CI, [6.87, 61.75]; P < .001). CONCLUSIONS: Findings indicate high receptivity to VR and highlight actionable levers, including usability, family engagement, assistance, and instructional supports, for implementation in oncology care.

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