Ethical Tensions in the Use of Real-Time Location Systems in Dementia Care: Balancing Safety, Privacy, and Autonomy.
With the increased use of technological supports in residential care homes, there is growing interest in the use of real-time location systems (RTLS) to enhance safety and streamline care. However, these technologies raise significant ethical concerns, particularly for vulnerable populations such as...
| Publicado en: | American Journal of Bioethics Vol. 26; no. 9; pp. 138 - 151 |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Sep2026
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