title: Computer prompts to improve social interactions and data collection.
abstract: In this study we sought to improve the distribution and quality of staff-client interactions by comparing a traditional paper-and-pencil system of prompts and recording to a computerized system across 4 staff members. Results showed that the computer system produced more positive statements, an improved distribution of interaction among clients, and a larger increase in the delivery of positive reinforcement when compared to a traditional paper-and-pencil system. The use of computer prompts appears to provide a simple method of improving staff-client interactions and provides a method of documenting interactions and staff members' adherence to prescriptive programs.
authors.affiliation: Western Carolina Center, Morgantown, NC 28655.
authors.forename: R E
authors.initials: RE
authors.lastname: Realon
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Favell
authors.forename: J F
authors.initials: JF
authors.lastname: McGimsey
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D003625:Data Collection; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008607:Intellectual Disability / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D007380:Intermediate Care Facilities; D008297:Male; D008838:Microcomputers; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D012056:Reinforcement, Social; D012919:Social Behavior; D012984:Software