| Geriatric Engineering: Nursing and Design Principles of Intelligent Assisted Living Environments Contributor(s): Lubliner, David (Author), Harrison-Madu, Evadne (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138035297 ISBN-13: 9781138035294 Publisher: Auerbach Publications OUR PRICE: $94.95 Product Type: Hardcover Published: February 2025 This item may be ordered no more than 25 days prior to its publication date of February 4, 2025 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Computers | Software Development & Engineering - Systems Analysis & Design - Medical | Biotechnology - Medical | Hospital Administration & Care |
| Physical Information: 416 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Geriatric Engineering is the science of applying engineering concepts to solve mechanical and control systems deficiencies that arise as people age and aplying these to assistive living environments extending independent living. The textbook starts with an introduction to the field of human aging. It examines how human aging is viewed and how society responds to the issues of aging. This is followed by an introduction to system design techniques of assistive technologies to foster independent living. Additional sections include primers on microprocessor and sensors interfacing to facilitate these deigns, as well as wound care and ostomy maintenance issues to ensure independent living. |