Assistive Technology: An Interdisciplinary Approach - Brossura

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ISBN 10: 0443075522 ISBN 13: 9780443075520

Casa editrice: Churchill Livingstone, 1997

Riassunto

A manual of assistive technology focusing on the consumer rather than then equipment. It takes a system approach to assistive technology and covers all facets of independent living for persons with disabilities. Presents essential information about the assessment of clients and evaluation of equipment needed for the effective use of technology.

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Contenuti

SECTION 1 OVERVIEW: Assistive Technology: an Interdisciplinary Approach. Rationale for Using Assistive Technology in Rehabilitation SECTION 2 EVALUATION and ASSESSMENT: Evaluation. Assessment for the Seated Environment SECTION 3 ELECTRONICS: Basic Electricity and Electronics. Switches, Control Interfaces, And Access Methods SECTION 4 COMMUNICATION: Communication in the Workplace. Telephone Communications in the Home: a Vital Link to the Outside World. Augmentative and Alternative Communication SECTION 5 ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL UNITS/SYSTEMS: Environmental Control Systems SECTION 6 COMPUTERS: Introduction to Computers. Specialized Computer Applications. Computer Use in Schools SECTION 7 MOBILITY: Mobility. Predriving Evaluations. Behind-The-Wheel Driver Training. Public Transportation SECTION 8 WORKPLACE MODIFICATION: Ergonomics. Cumulative Trauma Disorders. Technology and Occupational Rehabilitation Programs SECTION 9 TECHNOLOGY INTERFACE with CAREERS: Service Delivery System S/ Transition. Independent Living Centers. Assistive Technology in Postsecondary Education. Lift, Inc SECTION 10 ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY in the WORKPLACE: Provision of Assistive Technology: a Model for Service Delivery

Product Description

Book by Bain EdD OTR FAOTA Beverly K Leger PhD Dawn

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Churchill Livingstone
• Data di pubblicazione: 1997
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0443075522
• ISBN 13: 9780443075520
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 352
• Redattore: Bain Beverly K., Leger Dawn Ph.D.
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: Barbara Criscuolo; b.criscuolo@lswr.it; ; Via Spadolini, 7; Milano; 20141; Italia