Evidence-Based Healthcare: PARO Robot for Dementia Patients
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This report, prepared by a first-year nursing student, investigates the use of PARO robot therapy as an alternative to medication and pet therapy for dementia patients in an aged care facility. The report analyzes current evidence, including clinical practice guidelines, to support the implementation of PARO robots, while addressing ethical considerations such as autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice. It recommends avoiding pet therapy due to potential risks and emphasizes the benefits of PARO in reducing stress, anxiety, and improving mood. Furthermore, the report suggests strategies for integrating PARO into the facility's policies and clinical practice, including staff training, awareness campaigns, patient informed consent, and family-centered care. The report concludes that the PARO robot offers a viable and ethically sound intervention for improving the quality of life for dementia patients.
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