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Comparative Study
. 2020 Nov-Dec;68(6):734-744.
doi: 10.1016/j.outlook.2020.05.004. Epub 2020 Jul 4.

Human-centered approaches that integrate sensor technology across the lifespan: Opportunities and challenges

Teresa M Ward  1 , Marjorie Skubic  2 , Marilyn Rantz  3 , Allison Vorderstrasse  4
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Comparative Study

Human-centered approaches that integrate sensor technology across the lifespan: Opportunities and challenges

Teresa M Ward et al. Nurs Outlook. 2020 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

Children, parents, older adults, and caregivers routinely use sensor technology as a source of health information and health monitoring. The purpose of this paper is to describe three exemplars of research that used a human-centered approach to engage participants in the development, design, and usability of interventions that integrate technology to promote health. The exemplars are based on current research studies that integrate sensor technology into pediatric, adult, and older adult populations living with a chronic health condition. Lessons learned and considerations for future studies are discussed. Nurses have successfully implemented interventions that use technology to improve health and detect, prevent, and manage diseases in children, families, individuals and communities. Nurses are key stakeholders to inform clinically relevant health monitoring that can support timely and personalized intervention and recommendations.

Keywords: Diabetes; Health technology; Human centered design; Self and shared-management; Sleep; Smart homes.

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SLEEPSMART Content
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SLEEPSMART Weekly Module Components
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The smart in-home sensor system for older adults with alerts for health changes and falls.
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