Axtell L A, Yasuda Y L
Cerritos College, California.
Clin Geriatr Med. 1993 Nov;9(4):803-21.
Many older adults have difficulty with functional activities and do not recognize that help is available to them. Many assistive devices and home modifications exist that promote greater independence and safety for older individuals in the areas of mobility, self-care, and home management. Many factors must be considered in selecting an assistive device for an individual in order to meet the unique needs of that person.
许多老年人在进行功能性活动时存在困难，并且没有意识到他们可以获得帮助。有许多辅助设备和家庭改造措施，可在行动、自我护理和家庭管理等方面提高老年人的独立性和安全性。为个人选择辅助设备时必须考虑许多因素，以便满足该人的独特需求。
