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Computer microtechnology for a severely disabled preschool child.

J Douglas¹, B Reeson, M Ryan

¹Department of Psychological Medicine, Hospital for Sick Children, London.

Child: Care, Health and Development

|March 1, 1988

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Microtechnology enhances expression for severely disabled children. Providing assistive technology, including computers and powered wheelchairs, supports developmental needs and skill growth in quadriplegic patients.

Area of Science:

Assistive technology
Pediatric rehabilitation
Rehabilitation engineering

Background:

Severely disabled children in hospital settings often have limited opportunities for expression and development.
Quadriplegic children dependent on ventilators face unique challenges in communication and mobility.

Observation:

A single case report details the provision of microtechnological aids to a preschool-aged quadriplegic boy.
The child required a ventilator via tracheostomy and was confined to a hospital bed.

Findings:

The integration of a computer, specialized switches, software, and a self-driven powered wheelchair facilitated the child's developmental expression.
The decision-making process for equipment provision and encountered challenges are documented.

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Implications:

Technological aids can significantly improve language and cognitive skill development in severely disabled children.
This case highlights the potential of assistive technology to enhance the quality of life and developmental trajectory for hospitalized children with complex needs.