Table 4 Ranking of factors identified by both HCPs and P&Cs for design of an ideal AT
Ranking factors for design of an ideal AT | HPC rank | P&C rank |
|---|---|---|
Good research evidence | 1 | 5 |
Easy to set up and use | 2 | 1 |
Low risk of harm | 3 | 3 |
Comfortable | 4 | 2 |
Durable and reliable (does not breakdown) | 5 | 4 |
Value for money | 6 | 8 |
For use mainly unsupervised at home | 7 | 7 |
Fun | 8 | 6 |
For use mainly under supervision of a HCP | 9 | 9 |
Attractive appearance | 10 | 10 |