Evaluation of a motorised patient transfer device based on perceived workload, technology acceptance, and emotional states.
Mitchelle J J LawMohamad Ikhwan Zaini RidzwanZaidi Mohd RipinIntan Juliana Abd HamidKim Sooi LawJeevinthiran KarunagaranYusuf CajeePublished in: Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology (2022)
Overall, nurses showed positive perceptions and acceptance of MPTD even when they experienced negative emotions.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONThe Motorised Patient Transfer Device (MPTD) reduced the perceived workload of nurses and showed a higher acceptance level compared to the commonly used baseline device (SB).Factors that attributed to the nurses' negative emotions can be used to improve technology and patient transfer processes.More training should be given to familiarise the health practitioners with the new assistive device to reduce their fear of technology.