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KMID : 1161020210030010007
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Korea Journal of Geriatric Occupational Therapy
2021 Volume.3 No. 1 p.7 ~ p.16
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Exploring an Occupational Therapy-led Educational Program for Older Driver Safety and Mobility: A Review Paper
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Kim Yeo-Ok
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Abstract
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Objective : The aim of this article is to identify the effectiveness of the CarFit program through a literature review of the program and to explore the role of occupational therapy (OT) practitioners in the CarFit program.
Methods : Between November 2020 and January 2021, the author searched for literature in the following databases: PubMed, APAPsychoinfo, American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT), and Google Scholar. Combinations of the following search terms were used: CarFit, older drivers, older adults, and driving (e.g., “CarFit AND older drivers”). The effectiveness of the CarFit program and the role of OT practitioners in the program were investigated.
Results : The CarFit program was effective in supporting the driving safety of older individuals in the community by identifying and addressing areas of concern in their driving. More than 80% of the participants agreed that CarFit was somewhat or very useful. At least 60% of participants followed more than one vehicle adjustment recommendation followed by the CarFit program. OT practitioners played a contributing role as developers, technicians, and coordinators in the CarFit program.
Conclusion : The CarFit program can effectively support older driver safety in the community; however, further studies are required.
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KEYWORD
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CarFit, Occupational therapy driving intervention, Older driver rehabilitation
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