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| Handbook of human factors and the older adult | | Author(s) | Arthur D Fisk, Wendy A Rogers |
| Publisher | Academic Press, London, 1997 |
| Pages | 419 pp |
| Source | Academic Press Limited, 24-28 Oval Road, London NW1 7DX. |
| Keywords | Ageing process ; Mental health [elderly] ; Physical capacity ; Drugs ; Communication ; Technology ; Assistive technology ; Ergonomics ; Research ; United States of America. |
| Annotation | This comprehensive American sourcebook provides information on the interface between gerontology and ergonomics, and discusses practical applications, theory and research. Section 1 covers how the neuropsychology and physiology of ageing relates to issues of ergonomics. It includes chapters on: learning and memory; sensory and perceptual functioning; movement control and speed of behaviour; anthropometry and biomechanics; individual differences in the ageing process; and pharmacological aspects. Section 2 examines applications of ergonomic research to the older population and specific environments: health care and rehabilitation; medication adherence; assistive devices; using technology to help with tasks in the home; designing written instructions; and robotic technologies. |
| Accession Number | CPA-970306209 B |
| Classmark | BG: D: BI: LLD: U: Y9: M: 38: 3A: 7T |
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