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Irish occupational therapists' views of electronic assistive technology.
- Source :
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy; Apr2011, Vol. 74 Issue 4, p185-190, 6p
- Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- Introduction: Electronic assistive technology (EAT) includes computers, environmental control systems and information technology systems and is widely considered to be an important part of present-day life. Method: Fifty-six Irish community occupational therapists completed a questionnaire on EAT. All surveyed were able to identify the benefits of EAT. Results: While respondents reported that they should be able to assess for and prescribe EATs, only a third (19) were able to do so, and half (28) had not been able to do so in the past. Community occupational therapists identified themselves as havinga role in a multidisciplinary team to assess for and prescribe EAT. Conclusion: Results suggest that it is important for occupational therapists to have up-to-date knowledge and training in assistive and computer technologies in order to respond to the occupational needs of clients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03080226
- Volume :
- 74
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 104875656
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.4276/030802211X13021048723291