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Cook, Albert M., 1943-

Assistive technologies : principles and practice principles and practice / Albert M. Cook, Susan M. Hussey. - 4th ed. - St. Louis : Mosby, 2015. - x;480 p. ill. ; 29 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction and Overview -- A Framework for Assistive Technologies -- The Disabled Human User of Assistive Technologies -- Delivering Assistive Technology Services to the Consumer -- Funding Assistive Technology Services and Systems -- Seating Systems As Extrinsic Enablers for Assistive Technologies -- Control Interfaces for Assistive Technology -- Computers as Extrinsic Enablers for Assistive Technologies -- Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems -- Technologies That Enable Mobility -- Technologies That Aid Manipulation and Control of the Environment -- Sensory Aids for Persons with Visual or Auditory Impairments -- Assistive Technologies in the Context of the Classroom -- Assistive Technologies in the Context of Work. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

ISBN: 9780323096317

Standard No.: 11637.00

LCCN: 2001055837

Nat. Bib. No.: GBA2-09950

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Self-help devices for people with disabilities.
Self-Help Devices.
Disabled Persons.

LC Class. No.: RM698 / .C66 2002

Dewey Class. No.: 617/.03