Table 6 Constructive suggestions related to the technologies for assessing frailty
Technology | Suggestions |
|---|---|
Smartwatch | • Reminder for completing a certain amount of daily activity |
Chair and Bed Sensor | • More functions including getting warm and vibration |
Motion Sensor | • Safety reminder for people with cognitive decline or dementia |
Standard Camera | • Use in certain rooms • Can be turned on and off by doctors • Use outside of the home • Use for individuals in recovery and monitor compliance to doctor’s plan |
Depth Camera | None |
Door Sensor | • Safety reminder for people with cognitive decline or dementia |
Hand Dynamometer | • Reminder for use • Strength test for other parts of the body • Bone density test |
Fridge Door Sensor | • Reminder for food intake for people with cognitive decline or dementia |
Smart Speaker | • Reminder for taking medication • Can be used to mitigate social isolation • Engage older adults and avoid resistance to technology by building in more functions such as playing music |
Bathroom Scale | None |