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Biard M, Detcheverry FE, Betzner W, Becker S, Grewal KS, Azab S, Bloniasz PF, Mazerolle EL, Phelps J, Smith EE, Badhwar A. Supporting decision-making for individuals living with dementia and their care partners with knowledge translation: an umbrella review. MEDRXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 2024:2024.09.17.24312581. [PMID: 39371149 PMCID: PMC11451719 DOI: 10.1101/2024.09.17.24312581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/08/2024]
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Living with dementia requires decision-making about numerous topics including daily activities, such as advance care planning (ACP). Both individuals living with dementia and care partners require informed support for decision-making. We conducted an umbrella review to assess knowledge translation (KT) interventions supporting decision-making for individuals living with dementia and their informal care partners. Four databases were searched using 50 different search-terms, identifying 22 reviews presenting 32 KT interventions. The most common KT decision topic was ACP (N=21) which includes advanced care directives, feeding options, and placement in long-term care. The majority of KT interventions targeted care partners only (N=16), or both care partners and individuals living with dementia (N=13), with fewer interventions (N=3) targeting individuals living with dementia. Overall, our umbrella review offers insights into the beneficial impacts of KT interventions, such as increased knowledge and confidence, and decreased decisional conflicts.
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Dickerson AE, Stapleton T, Bloss J, Géinas I, Harries P, Choi M, Margot-Cattin I, Mazer B, Patomella AH, Swanepoel L, Van Niekerk L, Unsworth C, Vrkljan B. A Systematic Review of Effective Interventions and Strategies to Support the Transition of Older Adults From Driving to Driving Retirement/Cessation. Innov Aging 2024; 8:igae054. [PMID: 38948542 PMCID: PMC11212369 DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igae054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024] Open
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Background and Objectives In most western countries, older adults depend on private cars for transportation and do not proactively plan for driving cessation. The objective of this review was to examine current research studies outlining effective interventions and strategies to assist older adults during their transition from driver to driving retirement or cessation. Research Design and Methods A search was completed across 9 databases using key words and MeSH terms for drivers, cessation of driving, and older adult drivers. Eligibility screening of 9,807 titles and abstracts, followed by a detailed screening of 206 papers, was completed using the Covidence platform. Twelve papers were selected for full-text screen and data extraction, comprising 3 papers with evidence-based intervention programs and 9 papers with evidence-informed strategies. Results Three papers met the research criteria of a controlled study for programs that support and facilitate driving cessation for older adults. Nine additional studies were exploratory or descriptive, which outlined strategies that could support older drivers, their families, and/or healthcare professionals during this transition. Driving retirement programs/toolkits are also presented. Discussion and Implications The driver retirement programs had promising results, but there were methodological weaknesses within the studies. Strategies extracted contributed to 6 themes: Reluctance and avoidance of the topic, multiple stakeholder involvement is important, taking proactive approach is critical, refocus the process away from assessment to proactive planning, collaborative approach to enable "ownership" of the decision is needed, and engage in planning alternative transportation should be the end result. Meeting the transportation needs of older adults will be essential to support aging in place, out-of-home mobility, and participation, particularly in developed countries where there is such a high dependency on private motor vehicles.
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- Anne E Dickerson
- Department of Occupational Therapy, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- Discipline of Occupational Therapy, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
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- Laupus Health Sciences Library, East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA
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- School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Graduate Research School and Researcher Development, Kingston University, London, UK
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- Graduate School of Science and Technology Policy, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Daejeon, South Korea
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Western Switzerland (HES-SO), Delémont, Switzerland
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- School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Department of Neurobiology, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
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- Division of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Division Occupational Therapy, Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- Institute of Health and Wellbeing, Federation University, Churchill, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Brière-Dulude S, Melgares L, Labourot J, Deslauriers T, Gélinas I, Layani G, Vachon B. [Sondage sur les pratiques des médecins de famille et sur la collaboration interprofessionnelle avec des ergothérapeutes en GMF quant au dépistage des conducteurs à risque]. Can J Aging 2024; 43:266-274. [PMID: 37960933 DOI: 10.1017/s0714980823000673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Cette étude a sondé 46 médecins de famille québécois quant à leurs pratiques pour l'évaluation et le dépistage des conducteurs à risque afin 1) de mieux comprendre leur niveau de compétence perçu; 2) de recenser les difficultés rencontrées dans le processus de prise de décision et 3) de documenter leurs besoins et attitudes quant à une collaboration plus étroite avec les ergothérapeutes. Les participants (femmes : 84,8 %; moyenne d'expérience : 15,7 (±12,1) ans) ont répondu à un sondage en ligne de 30 questions. Les résultats de cette étude démontrent que malgré un certain confort à effectuer l'évaluation et le dépistage des conducteurs à risque, les médecins ne se considèrent pas comme les professionnels les mieux qualifiés pour ce faire. Ils reconnaissent également le rôle que jouent les ergothérapeutes dans le dépistage de cette clientèle et l'intervention auprès d'elle. Ils voient ainsi la pertinence d'avoir accès aux services de ces professionnels en soins de première ligne.
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- École de réadaptation, Université de Montréal, 7077 Av du Parc, Montréal, QCH3N 1X7
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- École de réadaptation, Université de Montréal, 7077 Av du Parc, Montréal, QCH3N 1X7
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- École de réadaptation, Université de Montréal, 7077 Av du Parc, Montréal, QCH3N 1X7
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- School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Université McGill, Davis House l 3654 Prom. Sir William Osler l Montreal, QuebecH3G 1Y5
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- Département de médecine de famille et de médecine d'urgence, Université de Montréal, 2900, boul. Édouard-Montpetit, Montréal (Québec) H3T 1J4
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- École de réadaptation, Université de Montréal, Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire en santé mentale de Montréal, 7077 Av du Parc, Montréal, QCH3N 1X7
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Veerhuis N, Merizzi A, Papoulias S, Bradbury C, Sheret K, Traynor V. 'It is empowering and gives people dignity in a very difficult process': A multistage, multimethod qualitative study to understand the views of end users in the cultural adaptation of a dementia and driving decision aid. Health Expect 2024; 27:e14006. [PMID: 38497286 PMCID: PMC10945392 DOI: 10.1111/hex.14006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Decisions about driving for individuals living with dementia (ILWD) can be challenging. There are limited evidence-based person-centred interventions in the United Kingdom that support decisions about transitioning to not driving or guidelines for developing decision aids for ILWD. This study aimed to understand the important features of a decision aid through the cultural adaptation of Australian dementia and driving decision aid (DDDA) for ILWD residing in the United Kingdom. METHODS This qualitative study was theoretically underpinned by a person-centred framework and conducted over three stages: (1) Development of a draft UK-specific DDDA; (2) semistructured interviews with ILWD and an online survey with stakeholders to obtain their views on a draft UK DDDA and (3) content analysis and synthesis of qualitative data to inform the final version of the decision aid. RESULTS Eleven ILWD and six of their spouses participated in interviews, and 102 stakeholders responded to an online survey. The four broad features identified as important to include in a decision aid for drivers living with dementia were: a structured and interactive format; positive and supportive messaging and presentation; relevant and concise content and choice-centred. The perceived benefits of the decision aid were identified as supporting conversations, enhancing collaborative decision making and enabling agency with decisions about driving and future mobility options. CONCLUSIONS Decision aids that are underpinned by interactive choice-driven questions enhance a person-centred approach to decisions about driving. Positively framing decision aids through the presentation and content can facilitate engagement with the decision-making process about driving. The findings have implications for the development of decision aids designed for ILWD on other important health and social topics. PATIENT AND PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT Advocating for the development of a UK DDDA were ILWD. Healthcare professionals contributed to the development of a draft UK DDDA. Former and current drivers living with dementia, family members, healthcare professionals and other support networks of ILWD participated in interviews or an online survey which informed the final version of the UK DDDA.
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- Nadine Veerhuis
- Aged, Dementia, Health Education and Research Centre, Faculty of Science Medicine and Health, School of NursingUniversity of WollongongWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
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- Memory Assessment and Treatment ServicePennine Care National Health Service Foundation TrustOldhamUK
- Present address:
Research Department, Centre for Socio‐Economic Research on AgingNational Institute of Health and Science on Aging (INRCA)Via Santa Margherita, 5Ancona60124Italy
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- Memory Assessment and Treatment ServicePennine Care National Health Service Foundation TrustOldhamUK
- Present address:
Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust, Fulwood HouseOld Fulwood RoadSheffieldS10 3THUK
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- Memory Assessment ServiceDorset Healthcare University Foundation Trust, Alderney HospitalPooleUK
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- Memory Assessment ServiceDorset Healthcare University Foundation Trust, Alderney HospitalPooleUK
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- Aged, Dementia, Health Education and Research Centre, Faculty of Science Medicine and Health, School of NursingUniversity of WollongongWollongongNew South WalesAustralia
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Missell-Gray R, Simning A. Driving Cessation and Late-Life Depressive and Anxiety Symptoms: Findings from the National Health and Aging Trends Study. Clin Gerontol 2024; 47:224-233. [PMID: 37313655 PMCID: PMC10719415 DOI: 10.1080/07317115.2023.2224795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To describe the association between driving cessation and depressive and anxiety symptoms over time by assessing depression and anxiety at 1- and 4-years follow-up. METHODS The study examined community-dwelling adults aged 65 years and older from the National Health and Aging Trends Study who were driving at the 2015 interview and completed 1-year (N = 4,182) and 4-year (N = 3,102) follow-up interviews. Outcomes were positive screens for depressive and anxiety symptoms in 2016 or 2019, and the primary independent variable was driving cessation within one year of the baseline interview. RESULTS Adjusting for socio-demographic and clinical characteristics, driving cessation was associated with depressive symptoms at 1 year (OR = 2.25, 95% CI: 1.33-3.82) and 4-year follow-up (OR = 3.55, 95% CI: 1.72-7.29). Driving cessation was also associated with anxiety symptoms at 1 year (OR = 1.71, 95% CI: 1.05-2.79) and 4 year follow up (OR = 3.22, 95% CI: 1.04-9.99). CONCLUSIONS Driving cessation was associated with an increased risk of developing depressive and anxiety symptoms in later life. However, reasons for this association remain unclear. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS Although the mechanism linking driving cessation with worse mental health symptoms is uncertain, driving facilitates many important activities. Clinicians should monitor the well-being of patients who stop or intend to stop driving.
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- Rachel Missell-Gray
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Rochester (U.R.), Rochester, NY, United States of America (USA)
- University of Rochester, Margaret Warner School of Education and Human Development, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Rochester (U.R.), Rochester, NY, United States of America (USA)
- Department of Public Health Sciences, U.R., Rochester, NY, USA
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Fossum S, Mazmanian D, Møller H, Bédard M. Development and Initial Validation of the Transportation Support Scale. Am J Occup Ther 2023; 77:7704205090. [PMID: 37595281 DOI: 10.5014/ajot.2023.050059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/20/2023] Open
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IMPORTANCE Driving cessation affects older drivers and, possibly, also care partners (most of whom tend to be women). Although tools exist to assess the effects on family and friends of providing informal care to someone who needs assistance, no tool is available to clinicians that specifically focuses on the effects of driving cessation. OBJECTIVE To develop the Transportation Support Scale (TSS) to measure care partners' responses-both negative and positive-to driving cessation and assuming transportation responsibilities. DESIGN We developed a list of 98 items to capture the impact on care partners of providing transportation to older adults who have stopped driving. In Phase 1, we pretested the items qualitatively with a small sample of care partners. In Phase 2, we reduced the number of items and examined several psychometric properties of the TSS with a larger sample. SETTING Community. PARTICIPANTS Two convenience samples of care partners who provide transportation (Phase 1, n = 11; Phase 2, n = 66). RESULTS The initial pool of items was reduced from 98 to 22. The final TSS has an internal consistency of .88 (Cronbach's α). Thirty-five percent of care partners' scores fell above the middle possible score; these care partners were likely experiencing a high negative impact related to providing transportation after driving cessation. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE The TSS demonstrated adequate preliminary psychometric properties. We need additional research to further evaluate the psychometric properties of the TSS (e.g., test-retest reliability). A fully validated TSS may be useful to clinicians and researchers. What This Article Adds: The TSS has the potential to help clarify the perspective of care partners as well as inform the development and evaluation of services for care partners who are providing transportation to former drivers.
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- Shauna Fossum
- Shauna Fossum, MHSc, is Public Education Coordinator, Alzheimer Society of Thunder Bay, Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada. At the time of this research, Fossum was Graduate Student, Department of Health Sciences, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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- Dwight Mazmanian, PhD, is Professor, Department of Psychology, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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- Helle Møller, PhD, is Associate Professor, Department of Health Sciences, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
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- Michel Bédard, PhD, is Director, Centre for Research on Safe Driving, and Professor, Department of Health Sciences, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada;
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Gouldsborough V, Fairmichael F, Davison C, Hetherington V, Barber R. Driving following a diagnosis of dementia: Exploring the views and experiences of people with dementia-A UK survey. Int J Geriatr Psychiatry 2023; 38:e5874. [PMID: 36737042 DOI: 10.1002/gps.5874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Driving cessation can be one of the adjustments made following a diagnosis of dementia. Little is known about the views and opinions of people living with dementia about this. The study aimed to gather a broad idea of the expectations, impacts and the process of driving cessation from the perspective of those living with dementia. METHODS 138 people with dementia and 91 relatives/friends (on behalf of an individual with dementia) took part in an online questionnaire. RESULTS People living with dementia reported stopping driving following diagnosis can have negative psychological impacts particularly in relation to; feelings of isolation, depression, loss of freedom and feeling life isn't worth living. Age, gender and choice in the driving cessation process were related to the degree of negative experiences. CONCLUSIONS The difficulties reported by people with dementia suggest a need to provide more structured post diagnostic support to aid decision making of driving continuation or cessation; with the view to reducing associated distress and enabling people with dementia to continue to live a meaningful life.
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- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Stasiulis E, Naglie G, Sanford S, Belchior P, Crizzle A, Gélinas I, Mazer B, Moorhouse P, Myers A, Porter MM, Vrkljan B, Rapoport MJ. Developing the Driving and Dementia Roadmap: a knowledge-to-action process. Int Psychogeriatr 2023:1-14. [PMID: 36710624 DOI: 10.1017/s1041610222001235] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Despite three decades of research, gaps remain in meeting the needs of people with dementia and their family/friend carers as they navigate the often-tumultuous process of driving cessation. This paper describes the process of using a knowledge-to-action (KTA) approach to develop an educational web-based resource (i.e. toolkit), called the Driving and Dementia Roadmap (DDR), aimed at addressing some of these gaps. DESIGN Aligned with the KTA framework, knowledge creation and action cycle activities informed the development of the DDR. These activities included systematic reviews; meta-synthesis of qualitative studies; interviews and focus groups with key stakeholders; development of a Driving and Dementia Intervention Framework (DD-IF); and a review and curation of publicly available resources and tools. An Advisory Group comprised of people with dementia and family carers provided ongoing feedback on the DDR's content and design. RESULTS The DDR is a multi-component online toolkit that contains separate portals for current and former drivers with dementia and their family/friend carers. Based on the DD-IF, various topics of driving cessation are presented to accommodate users' diverse stages and needs in their experiences of decision-making and transitioning to non-driving. CONCLUSION Guided by the KTA framework that involved a systematic and iterative process of knowledge creation and translation, the resulting person-centered, individualized and flexible DDR can bring much-needed support to help people with dementia and their families maintain their mobility, community access, and social and emotional wellbeing during and post-driving cessation.
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- Elaine Stasiulis
- Rotman Research Institute, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM6A 2E1, Canada
- Department of Medicine, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM6A 2E1, Canada
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- Rotman Research Institute, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM6A 2E1, Canada
- Department of Medicine, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM6A 2E1, Canada
- KITE Research Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, OntarioM5G 2A2, Canada
- Department of Medicine and Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1R8, Canada
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- Rotman Research Institute, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM6A 2E1, Canada
- Department of Medicine, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM6A 2E1, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University and Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal (CRIUGM), Montréal, QuebecH3G 2M1, Canada
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- School of Public Health, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SaskatchewanS7N 2Z4, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University and Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal (CRIUGM), Montréal, QuebecH3G 2M1, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University and Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal (CRIUGM), Montréal, QuebecH3G 2M1, Canada
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- Division of Geriatric Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova ScotiaB3H 2E1, Canada
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- School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, OntarioN2L 3G1, Canada
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- Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, ManitobaR3T 2N2, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University, Hamilton, OntarioL8N 3Z5, Canada
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- Geriatric Psychiatry, Sunnybrook Health Sciences, Toronto, OntarioM4N 3M5, Canada
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1R8, Canada
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Waterworth S, Dakin M. Navigating the pathway to ceasing driving-A voyage of discovery. Int J Older People Nurs 2022; 17:e12473. [PMID: 35603642 PMCID: PMC9787459 DOI: 10.1111/opn.12473] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2021] [Revised: 03/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Ceasing driving for older people is a life transition and can be associated with a sense of loss and decreased wellbeing. Nurses can play a key role in supporting the older person to manage the transitions, especially as the work involved in ceasing driving is often hidden. For example, finding alternative and accessible means of travel and maintaining mobility. Travel itself can be viewed as essential, for example attending health appointments and shopping. Discretionary travel may not be viewed as essential, but provides an important means of maintaining activity and social connection. METHOD A case study is presented of Mike's journey in ceasing driving. The concept of transition helps in co-creating with Mike his journey of discovery. Semi-structured interviews took place with Mike over a six-month period and a journey pathway created, which was subject to further iterations during subsequent interviews. RESULTS Ceasing driving involves a number of transitions encompassing a series of losses, managing uncertainty, problem-solving and learning new skills. Being able to access and adapt to maintain mobility and travel are influenced by structural and environmental barriers. CONCLUSION The World Health Organization's strategy to create age-friendly cities and communities is admirable. Like any other strategy this is a long-term plan, and in meantime action needs to happen to support older people in ceasing driving and creating a non-driving life and limit a decrease in well-being. Starting conversations on transitional travel planning is proposed, with nurses playing a central role in making this process happen.
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- Susan Waterworth
- School of Nursing, Faculty of Medical and Health SciencesThe University of AucklandAucklandNew Zealand
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Medical and Health SciencesThe University of AucklandAucklandNew Zealand
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Delphin-Combe F, Coste MH, Bachelet R, Llorens M, Gentil C, Giroux M, Paire-Ficout L, Ranchet M, Krolak-Salmon P. An innovative therapeutic educational program to support older drivers with cognitive disorders: Description of a randomized controlled trial study protocol. Front Neurol 2022; 13:901100. [PMID: 35923824 PMCID: PMC9339957 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2022.901100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Older drivers face the prospect of having to adjust their driving habits because of health problems, which can include neurocognitive disorders. Self-awareness of driving difficulties and the interaction between individual with neurocognitive disorders and natural caregiver seem to be important levers for the implementation of adaptation strategies and for the subsequent voluntary cessation of driving when the cognitive disorders become too severe. This study aims to evaluate an educational program for patient/natural caregiver dyads who wish to implement self-regulation strategies in driving activity, and to improve self-awareness of driving ability. The ACCOMPAGNE program is based on seven group workshops, which target the dyad. The workshops deal with the impact of cognitive, sensory and iatrogenic disorders on driving. They tackle questions about responsibility, and about autonomy and social life. They also provide alternative solutions aimed at maintaining outward-looking activities even if driving is reduced or stopped. A randomized controlled trial is planned to evaluate the effectiveness of the program 2 months and 6 months after inclusion, and to compare this to the effectiveness of conventional approaches. The main outcome of this trial (i.e., the implementation of self-regulated driving strategies), will be measured based on scores on the “Current Self-Regulatory Practices” subscale of the Driver Perception and Practices Questionnaire. The Driving Habits Questionnaire will be used to measure secondary outcomes (indicators of driving changes; indicators of changes in mood, quality of life and caregiver burden; and self-awareness of driving abilities). Indicators will be collected for both patients and natural caregivers. This cognitive, social and psychological program should allow older individuals with cognitive disorders to drive more safely, and help to maintain the quality of life and mood of both patient and natural caregiver despite driving limitations. The patient's care path would be optimized, as he/she would become an actor in the process of giving up driving, which will, most certainly, be needed at some point in the progress of neurocognitive disorders. This process ranges from becoming aware of driving difficulties, to implementing self-regulation strategies, through to complete cessation of driving when necessary.Clinical trial registration numberNCT04493957.
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- Floriane Delphin-Combe
- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
- *Correspondence: Floriane Delphin-Combe
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- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
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- TS2-LESCOT, Univ Gustave Eiffel, IFSTTAR, Univ Lyon, Lyon, France
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- Memory Clinical and Research Center of Lyon (CMRR), Lyon Institute for Elderly, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France
- INSERM U1028, CNRS UMR5292, Lyon Neuroscience Research Center, Brain Dynamics and Cognition Team, Lyon, France
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Holland PJ, Tappen RM, Newman DO, Freeman-Costin KC, Fisher LJ. Effect of Memantine on Prolonging Safe Driving in Early AD: a Pilot Study. Can Geriatr J 2021; 24:292-296. [PMID: 34912482 PMCID: PMC8629502 DOI: 10.5770/cgj.24.540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To determine the feasibility of conducting an RCT on the potential effectiveness of memantine hydrochloride in prolonging safe driving in mild AD. METHODS A placebo-controlled, double blind randomized trial was conducted. Forty-three individuals ≥60 with mild AD met screening criteria and were randomized. Driving ability was measured by a standardized on-road driving test. Outcomes were driving capacity at 6 and 12 months and completion of the 12-month intervention. RESULTS Of 43 participants randomized, 59% of the memantine group and 52% of the placebo group completed the on-road test at 12 months (p = .66). All 13 memantine group participants maintained their driving status at 12 months, whereas only 8 of the 11 placebo group participants did (p = .040, OR = 4.45). CONCLUSIONS Results provide the framework for designing a rigorous multisite clinical trial of memantine effect on maintaining driving capacity in mild AD.
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- Peter J. Holland
- Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL
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- Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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- Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA
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Perna R, Pundlik J, Arenivas A. Return-to-driving following acquired brain injury: A neuropsychological perspective. NeuroRehabilitation 2021; 49:279-292. [PMID: 34420988 DOI: 10.3233/nre-218026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Return to driving after an acquired brain injury (ABI) has been positively associated with return to employment, maintenance of social relationships, and engagement in recreational and other community activities. Safe driving involves multiple cognitive abilities in a dynamic environment, and cognitive dysfunction resulting from ABI can negatively impact driving performance. OBJECTIVE This manuscript examines the post-injury return-to-driving process, including performances on the in-office and on-road assessments, and the role of a rehabilitation neuropsychologist in helping patients resume driving. METHOD In this study, 39 of 200 individuals (approximately 20%) treated at an outpatient neurorehabilitation facility, who performed satisfactorily on a pre-driving cognitive screening, completed a behind-the-wheel driving test. RESULTS Of the 200 individuals, 34 (87%) passed the road test. Among the remaining five individuals who did not pass the road test, primary reasons for their failure included inability to follow or retain examiner directions primarily about lane position, speed, and vehicle control. The errors were attributable to cognitive difficulties with information processing, memory, attention regulation, and dual tasking.CONCLUSIONThe rehabilitation neuropsychologist contributed to the process by assessing cognition, facilitating self-awareness and error minimization, providing education about driving regulations and safety standards, and preparing for the road test and its outcomes.
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- The Institute of Rehabilitation Research (TIRR), Memorial Hermann, Houston, TX, USA.,Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA
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Stinchcombe A, Hopper S, Mullen N, Bédard M. Canadian Older Adults' Perceptions of Transitioning from Driver to Non-Driver. Occup Ther Health Care 2021; 38:110-130. [PMID: 34156891 DOI: 10.1080/07380577.2021.1936338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2020] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Ceasing driving is associated with many negative outcomes. We examined the perceived impact of driving cessation among current older drivers. Transcripts from 92 interviews with participants from several locations across Canada were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. We identified five themes: planning for mobility change, mobility supports and neighborhoods, financial security, fearing loss of control and independence, and coping and acceptance as a part of aging. Findings highlight diverse attitudes toward driving cessation, ranging from avoidance to acceptance, and emphasize the importance of tailored resources for drivers at various stages of behavior change.
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- Arne Stinchcombe
- Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, Brock University, St. Catharines, Canada
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- Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, Brock University, St. Catharines, Canada
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- Centre for Research on Safe Driving, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Canada
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- Centre for Research on Safe Driving, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Canada
- Northern Ontario School of Medicine, Thunder Bay, Canada
- St. Joseph's Care Group, Thunder Bay, Canada
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Using Video Replay of Simulated Driving to Estimate Driving Safety and Cognitive Status. SAFETY 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/safety7020045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Cognitive decline resulting from Dementia of Alzheimer’s Type (DAT) can lead to reduced ability to perform complex daily tasks required for independent living, including driving an automobile. This study explores the ability of untrained observers to classify driving safety using short video clips of simulated driving through intersections; it also examined whether untrained observers could predict whether the driver was cognitively healthy or cognitively impaired. Participants (n = 54) were shown a series of 30 video clips arranged in an online survey and asked to answer questions following each clip regarding the safety of the maneuver and the cognitive status of the driver. Results showed that participants’ subjectively rated DAT drivers as significantly less safe in comparison to control drivers, F (1, 52) = 228.44, p < 0.001. Participant’s classification of DAT drivers and controls was also significantly higher than chance (i.e., >50% correct). Findings provide preliminary support for the development of a clinical decision-making aid using video replay of driving simulator performance in fitness-to-drive assessments for individuals with cognitive impairment.
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Stasiulis E, Rapoport MJ, Sivajohan B, Naglie G. The Paradox of Dementia and Driving Cessation: "It's a Hot Topic," "Always on the Back Burner". THE GERONTOLOGIST 2021; 60:1261-1272. [PMID: 32301497 DOI: 10.1093/geront/gnaa034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Despite the well-recognized difficulty that persons with dementia and family carers experience in the decision making and transition to nondriving, there are few interventions and resources to support them. As part of our ongoing research to develop a driving cessation toolkit that addresses this gap, we sought to examine the context-specific factors relevant to its effective implementation in settings that support older adults with dementia. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS A qualitative descriptive approach was used to explore the perspectives of Alzheimer Society (AS) staff in their work of supporting people with dementia and family carers within the context of driving cessation. Individual in-depth interviews were conducted with 15 AS staff members in 4 Canadian provinces. Data were examined using interpretative thematic analysis. RESULTS The study results revealed an overarching paradox that despite the importance of driving cessation in people with dementia, it continues to be largely avoided at the individual and system levels. This is explored via the themes of (a) paradox of importance and avoidance identified in AS settings; (b) lack of awareness and understanding about dementia and driving among people with dementia and family carers; (c) distress and avoidance rooted in ongoing system issues; and (d) moving driving cessation to the "front burner." DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS Viewed through the emerging social health paradigm, which focuses on the social and emotional consequences of dementia, our results highlight the urgent need to mobilize our communities, medical education systems, and transportation authorities to finally resolve the dementia and driving cessation paradox.
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- Elaine Stasiulis
- Rotman Research Institute, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Psychiatry, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Medicine and Rotman Research Institute, Baycrest Health Sciences, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Departments of Medicine and Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Ott BR, Papandonatos GD, Burke EM, Erdman D, Carr DB, Davis JD. Video feedback intervention for cognitively impaired older drivers: A randomized clinical trial. ALZHEIMER'S & DEMENTIA (NEW YORK, N. Y.) 2021; 7:e12140. [PMID: 33718583 PMCID: PMC7927162 DOI: 10.1002/trc2.12140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2020] [Revised: 11/19/2020] [Accepted: 12/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This clinical trial aimed to determine whether in-car video feedback about unsafe driving events (UDE) to cognitively impaired older drivers and family members leads to a reduction in such driving behaviors. METHODS We randomized 51 cognitively impaired older drivers to receive either (1) a weekly progress report with recommendations and access to their videos, or (2) video monitoring alone without feedback over 3 months. RESULTS UDE frequency/1000 miles was reduced by 12% in feedback (rate ratio [RR] = 0.88, 95% confidence interval [CI] = .58-1.34), while remaining constant with only monitoring (RR = 1.01, 95% CI = .68-1.51). UDE severity/1000 miles was reduced by 37% in feedback (RR = 0.63, 95% CI = .31-1.27), but increased by 40% in monitoring (RR = 1.40, 95% CI = .68-2.90). Cognitive impairment moderated intervention effects (P = .03) on UDE frequency. DISCUSSION Results suggest the potential to improve driving safety among mild cognitively impaired older drivers using a behavior modification approach aimed at problem behaviors detected in their natural driving environment.
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- Brian R. Ott
- Department of NeurologyWarren Alpert Medical School of Brown UniversityRhode Island HospitalProvidenceRhode IslandUSA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human BehaviorWarren Alpert Medical School of Brown UniversityRhode Island HospitalProvidenceRhode IslandUSA
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- Spaulding Cape CodDriving Assessment ProgramEast SandwichMassachusettsUSA
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- Department of Medicine and NeurologyWashington University School of MedicineSt. LouisMissouriUSA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human BehaviorWarren Alpert Medical School of Brown UniversityRhode Island HospitalProvidenceRhode IslandUSA
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Vivre sans ma voiture : une intervention pour soutenir les Canadiens-francophones âgés. Can J Aging 2020; 39:614-625. [PMID: 32151299 DOI: 10.1017/s0714980819000862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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The cessation of driving is a difficult transition for the elderly, but it can be facilitated through interventions. The purpose of this study was to explore the satisfaction, usefulness and applicability of the CarFreeMe intervention in the French-Canadian context. A qualitative clinical research device was used on ten older adults aged between 61 and 90 years. The participants had stopped driving within the last twelve months or were planning to stop driving in the near future and did not have cognitive impairments. After the intervention, the participants were generally satisfied and reported on its usefulness and applicability in a French-Canadian context. In addition, they identified the positive impacts related to their social involvement as they re-engaged in or pursued their significant activities. Further research is required to assess the intervention's effects and the practicability of implementing it in Canada.
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Rapoport MJ, Sarracini CZ, Mulsant BM, Seitz DP, Molnar F, Naglie G, Herrmann N, Rozmovits L. A virtual second opinion: Acceptability of a computer-based decision tool to assess older drivers with dementia. Health Informatics J 2019; 26:911-924. [PMID: 31210555 DOI: 10.1177/1460458219852870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Clinicians face challenges in deciding which older patients with dementia to report to transportation administrators. This study used a qualitative thematic analysis to understand the utility and limitations of implementing a computer-based Driving in Dementia Decision Tool in clinical practice. Thirteen physicians and eight nurse practitioners participated in an interview to discuss their experience using the tool. While many participants felt the tool provided a useful 'virtual second opinion', specialist physicians felt that the tool did not add value to their clinical practice. Barriers to using the Driving in Dementia Decision Tool included lack of integration with electronic medical records and inability to capture certain contextual nuances. Opinions varied about the impact of the tool on the relationship of clinicians with patients and their families. The Driving in Dementia Decision Tool was judged most useful by nurse practitioners and least useful by specialist physicians. This work highlights the importance of tailoring knowledge translation interventions to particular practices.
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Molony SL, Kolanowski A, Van Haitsma K, Rooney KE. Person-Centered Assessment and Care Planning. THE GERONTOLOGIST 2018; 58:S32-S47. [DOI: 10.1093/geront/gnx173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2017] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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