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John Adams1

  • 1Homerton college, Cambridge school of health studies.

Nursing Older People
|October 13, 2016
PubMed
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This study explored videophone use among nursing home residents. While technical issues and visual impairments presented challenges, four residents successfully maintained contact with family, improving communication quality.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Telemedicine

Background:

  • Technological advancements offer benefits for the elderly.
  • Nursing homes are increasingly adopting internet-accessible computers.
  • Maintaining social connections is crucial for older adults' well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the feasibility of using videophones for communication between nursing home residents and their relatives.
  • To identify challenges and benefits associated with videophone technology in a nursing home setting.

Main Methods:

  • Ten nursing home residents participated in the study.
  • Residents used videophones, utilizing the plain old telephone system (POTS).
  • Participants were encouraged to maintain contact with family members via videophone.

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Main Results:

  • Several challenges were noted, including visual impairment affecting screen visibility and technical issues with image transmission.
  • Four out of ten residents successfully completed the trial period.
  • A relative reported enhanced communication quality and emotional support for the resident.

Conclusions:

  • Videophone technology, despite technical hurdles, can facilitate meaningful connections for older adults in nursing homes.
  • Addressing visual and technical challenges is key to successful implementation.
  • Enhanced communication can positively impact the emotional well-being of elderly individuals.