Transforming Nursing Home Care: An Integrated Approach Using Sensors, AI, and Monitoring Technologies
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https://doi.org/10.70862/CSIR.2024.0101-01Keywords:
Nursing Homes, Digitalization, Integrated Care System, AI, Sensor Technologies, Internet of ThingsAbstract
This paper introduces an innovative integrated system leveraging sensors, artificial intelligence (AI), and monitoring technologies to revolutionize care in nursing homes. Despite the availability of various digital tools, the absence of a cohesive system that synergizes these technologies represents a significant gap in current nursing home care. Our approach unifies these technologies into a single, comprehensive environment, addressing the fragmentation in existing solutions and targeting the holistic improvement of care delivery. By automating data collection and analysis, facilitating seamless information sharing, and simplifying user interaction with the system, we propose a model that significantly enhances operational efficiency, care quality, and user experience. The development and implementation of this integrated system promise a shift towards more reliable, efficient, and user-friendly care in nursing homes, setting a new standard for digital healthcare environments.
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