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Using Technology to Improve Care of Older Adults - Critical Topics in an Aging Society (Paperback)
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Using Technology to Improve Care of Older Adults - Critical Topics in an Aging Society (Paperback)
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State-of-the-art developments in multiple new technologies for
older adult care. Grounded in a unique team-based geriatrics
perspective, this book delivers a broad range of current,
evidence-based knowledge about innovative technology that has the
potential to advance the care and well being of older adults. It
provides key information about the development, selection, and
implementation of technology products, and describes research
evidence, education-based initiatives, and systems thinking. The
book also examines challenges and barriers to implementation,
adoption and innovation. From telehealth and assistive technology
in the home to simulation and augmented reality in educational
settings, the text provides a hands-on, field-tested articulation
of how products can aid in the transitional care process, chronic
care delivery, and geriatrics/gerontology education. It discusses
technology developments in rural areas, home telehealth, wearable
technology, personalized medicine, social robots, technology to
assist seniors with cognitive impairments, the potential of
artificial intelligence to enhance health care of older adults. The
text is written to help health care professionals select the
appropriate technology for their needs. Key Features: Describes the
most current technology resources, evidence, and developments for
older adult care Based on a team-centered approach Written by
interprofessional health care providers experienced in
implementing, developing and adopting technology to assist older
adults Includes case studies depicting technology-related successes
and failures Addresses the challenges, barriers, and opportunities
for transforming aging with technology across transitions of care
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