Citation

Maia JC, Diniz JL, Sousa CR, Oliveira FGL, Evangelista BP, Coutinho JFV, Marques MB, Barbosa RGB. Rev. Bras. Enferm. 2023; 76(2): e20220739.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, Associacao Brasilerira de Enfermagem)

DOI

10.1590/0034-7167-2022-0739

PMID

37162046

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: to develop interactive gerontechnology for the prevention of falls in the elderly at home.

METHODS: an exploratory and descriptive study that consisted of gerontechnology development and evaluation by experts and the target audience. For evaluation, researchers used the Agreement Index (AI), considering values greater than 80%.

RESULTS: the three-dimensional virtual scale model was elaborated through the SketchUp program, with the distribution of rooms and floors, constituting Prototype 1 (P1). Fifty-four judges evaluated the P1, and all presented agreement above the established, with a minimum AI of 88% and a maximum of 100%, producing Prototype 2 (P2). Thirty elderly participants from a philanthropic institution evaluated Prototype 2. On all items, AI ranged from 83% a 100%, resulting in the final version.

CONCLUSIONS: the product of this research reveals itself as an innovative and scientifically based tool aimed at preventing falls in the elderly.

Language: pt

Keywords

Aged; Humans; Research Personnel; *Accidental Falls/prevention & control; *Health Facilities