Analyzing Older Adults’ Perceived Values of Using Smart Bracelets by Means–End Chain
| Autor: | Mei-Yuan Jeng, Tsu-Ming Yeh, Fan-Yun Pai |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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020205 medical informatics
Leadership and Management media_common.quotation_subject Internet privacy lcsh:Medicine Health Informatics 02 engineering and technology Article 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine Quality of life (healthcare) value Health Information Management Laddering Health care 0202 electrical engineering electronic engineering information engineering 030212 general & internal medicine Disease management (health) Wearable technology older adults media_common usage intention business.industry Health Policy lcsh:R Health promotion means–end chain Curiosity Smart products Psychology business smart healthcare wearable devices |
| Zdroj: | Healthcare Volume 8 Issue 4 Healthcare, Vol 8, Iss 494, p 494 (2020) |
| ISSN: | 2227-9032 |
| DOI: | 10.3390/healthcare8040494 |
| Popis: | To cope with the demands for medical care in an aging society, smart healthcare wearable devices that can measure physiological signals are being regarded as the primary tools in medical care programs, allowing the users to acquire basic health data. Although the smart healthcare wearable devices could be applied to disease management and prevention that could help older adults control their health, older adults must be willing and able to use and continue to use them. In this research, interviews conducted through means&ndash end chain (MEC) and laddering were used to guide the older adults step-by-step by explaining abstract ideas and emphasizing value in their perceptions of specific attributes. A &ldquo hierarchical value map&rdquo was further constructed to confirm the perceived value of smart healthcare wearable devices to older adults. The research results showed that, in terms of attribute functions, seniors believed that smart bracelets in mobile health devices should have the attributes of safe use, real-time information feedback, correct data, comfortable wear, and clear screen. In terms of consequent benefits, older adults can use smart bracelets in mobile health devices to gain benefits in learning about smart products, understanding technology applications, increasing health awareness and relaxation, and satisfying curiosity. In terms of value goals, older adults want to achieve the value goals of a sense of social belonging, improved quality of life, and healthier bodies. Health is the most important thing for older adults, but previous research has often focused on the use of equipment for physical examinations relatively few studies have allowed older adults to experience the equipment personally. The device can provide the ultimate value of long-term health promotion for older adults. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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