Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare: Proceedings of the AHFE 2016 International Conference...

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Vincent G. Duffy Nancy Lightner

Advances in Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare

Proceedings of the AHFE 2016 International Conference on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare,...

Vincent G. Duffy, Nancy Lightner

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Springer International Publishing AG
02 July 2016

Occupational & industrial health & safety; Health systems & services; Ergonomics; Health & safety aspects of computing

Series: Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing

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This book discusses the latest advances in human factors and ergonomics, focusing on methods for improving quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in patient care. By emphasizing the physical, cognitive and organizational aspects of human factors and ergonomics applications, it reports on various perspectives, including those of clinicians, patients, health organizations and insurance providers. The book describes cutting-edge applications, highlighting the best practices of staff interactions with patients, as well as interactions with computers and medical devices. It also presents new findings related to improved organizational outcomes in healthcare settings, and approaches to modeling and analysis specifically targeting those work aspects unique to healthcare. Based on the AHFE 2016 International Conference on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Healthcare, held on July 27-31, 2016, in Walt Disney World®, Florida, USA, the book is intended as timely reference guide forboth researchers involved in the design of healthcare systems and devices and healthcare professionals aiming at effective and safe health service delivery. Moreover, by providing a useful survey of cutting-edge methods for improving organizational outcomes in healthcare settings, the book also represents an inspiring reading for healthcare counselors and international health organizations.

Edited by: Vincent G. Duffy, Nancy Lightner
Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Edition: 1st ed. 2017
Volume: 482
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 7.256kg
ISBN: 9783319416519
ISBN 10: 3319416510
Series: Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing
Pages: 465
Publication Date: 02 July 2016
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active