Project Statement: We wish to improve the user experience, including both the safety and durability of the halo traction device; we will stabilize the weight distribution of the device and construct new pins that properly support and connect the rods of the wheelchair.
Top Ethical Concerns and Planned Response
Patient Consent:
Concern: Patients may not be fully informed about the potential risks and benefits of the new design.
Planned Response: Develop clear, comprehensive informational materials and consent forms, verified by an ethics board, to ensure patients are well-informed. Provide training for healthcare providers to effectively communicate changes and implications of the new device to patients and caretakers.
Personal Information Protection:
Concern: Enhancing our design with patient input might inadvertently lead to privacy concerns.
Planned Response: Establish strict data governance protocols and obtain explicit consent when personal experiences are used.
Accessibility:
Concern: The design may not be adaptable or customizable to all patient needs, leading to disparities in care.
Planned Response: Acknowledge the limitations and constraints this short design process may have and deliver that concern clearly to the client.