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. 2024 Jul 3;24(1):573.
doi: 10.1186/s12877-024-05174-z.

The use of technology by seniors with neurocognitive disorders in long-term care: a scoping review

Marie-Soleil Hardy  1 , Chaimaa Fanaki  2 , Camille Savoie  2
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The use of technology by seniors with neurocognitive disorders in long-term care: a scoping review

Marie-Soleil Hardy et al. BMC Geriatr. .

Abstract

Background: To map the current state of knowledge about the use of technology with seniors with neurocognitive disorders in long-term care to foster interactions, wellness, and stimulation.

Methods: Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL Plus); MEDLINE; PsycINFO; Embase and Web of Science were searched in eligible literature, with no limit of time, to describe the current use of technology by seniors with neurocognitive disorders in long-term care. All types of literature were considered except for theses, editorial, social media. This scoping review was built around the recommendations of Peters et al. (2020 version). Three researchers collaborated on the selection of articles and independently reviewed the papers, based on the eligibility criteria and review questions.

Results: The search yielded 3,605 studies, of which 39 were included. Most technology type reported was robotics. Included studies reports different positive effects on the use of such technology such as increase of engagement and positive.

Conclusion: The study highlights different types and potential benefits of technology for long-term care residents with neurocognitive disorders, emphasizing the crucial need for additional research to refine interventions and their use.

Keywords: Long-term care; Neurocognitive disorder; Older adults; Scoping review; Technology.

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The authors declare no competing interests.

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