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Assessment methods in sexual rehabilitation after stroke : a scoping review for rehabilitation professionals
(Taylor and Francis, 2021-03-09)
Purpose: The aim was to identify and describe the assessment methods used by rehabilitation professionals to evaluate sexuality for individuals post-stroke, as well as the domains of sexuality addressed.
Methods: Seven ...
Instruments to evaluate mobility capacity of older adults during hospitalization : a systematic review
(Elsevier, 2017-05-27)
Independent mobility is a key factor in predicting morbidity and determining hospital discharge readiness for older patients. The main objective was identify and appraise relevant instruments for the measurement of mobility ...
Problematic caregiving activities among family carers of older adults with disabilities
(Bristol University Press, 2021-05-31)
Family carers of older adults with disability often both experience stress that may affect their ability to provide care, and find some caregiving activities differentially challenging. The objectives of this research are ...
Older adults’ use of an on-line decision support system : usability and stability of assistive technology recommendations
(2020-10-13)
Online decision support systems (DSS) may help older adults self-select assistive technology (AT) by offering recommendations. User interactions with DSSs may change the recommendations they receive. Objective: We evaluated ...
Training persons with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease how to use an electronic medication management device : development of an intervention protocol
(Australian academic press, 2021-01-22)
Background/Objectives:
Medication management is challenging for persons with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and their caregivers. Electronic medication management devices (eMMDs) are specifically designed to support this task. ...
Trajectories and predictors of functional capacity decline in older adults from a Brazilian Northeastern hospital
(Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, 2019-12-18)
Background and Purpose:
Older adults face increased risk of loss of functional capacity both before and during hospitalization, so identifying older adults at risk for loss in functional capacity during hospitalization ...
Evaluating the acceptance of ambient assisted living technology (AALT) in rehabilitation : a scoping review
(Elsevier, 2021-04-14)
Objectives
Ambient assisted living technologies (AALTs) are being used to help community-dwelling older adults (OAs) age in place. Although many AALT are available, their acceptance (perceived usefulness, ease of use, ...