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KMID : 0603920180260040085
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Journal of Korean Academy of Occupational Therapy
2018 Volume.26 No. 4 p.85 ~ p.95
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A Survey on Awareness and Availability on Items of 2018 Assistive Devices Distribution Program for the Disabled in the Occupational Therapists
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Kim Jeong-Eun
Park Je-Min
Bae Su-Yeong
Jung Nam-Hae
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Abstract
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Objective : The purpose of this study was to investigate the awareness and availability on items of 2018 assistive devices distribution program for the disabled in the occupational therapists.
Methods : A total of 132 occupational therapists participated in the survey from May 1 to May 31.
Results : 96.2% of the occupational therapists responded that assistive device is helpful in lives of the disabled people. Especially, they responded that assistive device is the most helpful in 'movement and mobility'. Awareness on an angle spoon/fork with built-up handle and universal cuff was the highest, while a visual signaling indicator was the lowest. Availability on an air cushion was the highest, while a visual signaling indicator and a voice guidance system were the lowest. 67.4% responded that 'sometimes' they use the assistive device and 77.3% responded they will utilize the assistive device. To improve awareness and availability, 43.2% needed financial support, 32.6% needed to add insurance bill and 22.7% needed related education.
Conclusion : In the future, this result will be available as a basic data for the education about assistive device for the occupational therapists.
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KEYWORD
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Assistive device, Awareness, Occupational therapist, Assistive devices distribution program, Availability
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