Week 4 Flashcards
1
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AT definitions
A
An umbrella term for any device or system that allows
individuals to perform tasks they would otherwise be unable to do or increases
the ease and safety with which tasks can be performed
2
Q
Summers & Walker’s pyramid levels (4)
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- Level 1: mass produced consumer products (e.g. non-slip mat, phone, modified cutlery)
- Level 2: off the shelf, adjustable AT (e.g. standard wheelchair, grab rails)
- Level 3: complex AT solutions (e.g. power wheelchairs and scooters, hoists)
- Level 4: customised solutions (e.g. power wheelchairs with special controls
3
Q
Level of experience needed for Summers & Walker’s pyramid levels
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- Level 1: no qualification (minimal risk)
- Level 2: health degree (some risk related to the wrong choice)
- Level 3: specialist training needed (risks related to human variation)
- Level 4: experienced, specialised professional or team (significant risk, injury, death
4
Q
Types of assistive devices/technologies
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- Aids for vision and hearing
- Bathing, showering aids
- Eating and drinking aids
- Kitchen and other IADL aids
- Home modifications and building design
5
Q
Difficulties Encountered in Choosing Technology
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- Selecting from an array of options
- Devices are often complex
- Fragmented information and service system
- Limited understanding of resources and options
- Decision making complex & involves compromises
- Limited funding available
6
Q
How do we address this complex interaction in a systematic way?
A
Process needs to:
- recognize that people are unique & have different needs
- focus on client and others (family members, support people, employers) concerns & assist them in defining their needs
- utilise existing strategies & supports
- introduce additional strategies & supports
- identify barriers in the environment
- address the barriers & provide structures to ensure continued success
7
Q
Process for acquisition and use of AT – identifying the best option
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Imagine –> Seek –> Choose –> Live
8
Q
Imagine section of process
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- Imagine the possibilities that AT could provide
- Develop a vision
- Develop goals
9
Q
Seek section of process
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- Seek information on technology from:
- suppliers
- company catalogues
- people with experience
- professionals with experience
10
Q
Choose section of process
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- Identify the potential device that may meet the vision/goal
- what works with services, devices already in use?
- how does it fit into daily life?
- Trial
- PEO requirements
- Pros & Cons
- Funding?
11
Q
Live section of process
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- Set up and fit - customise for comfort and integrate with other technologies
- Know the features and functions
- Train & learn how to use it
- Review effectiveness
