Human factors
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This research aims to identify the impact of text messaging on simulated driving performance. ⋯ The results increase our understanding of driver distraction and have potential implications for public safety and device development.
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This study investigated the effects of using a cell phone to retrieve and send text messages on the driving performance of young novice drivers. ⋯ More effective road safety measures are needed to prevent and mitigate the adverse effects on driving performance of using cell phones to retrieve and send text messages.
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This investigation examined the impact of human-machine competition (John Henry effects) on intent errors. John Henry effects, expressed as an unwillingness to use automation, were hypothesized to increase as a function of operators' personal investment in unaided performance. ⋯ These results demonstrate the need for a model of operator decision making that takes into account intent as well as appraisal errors. Potential applications include developing interventions to counter the deleterious effects of human-machine competition and intent errors on automation usage decisions.
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The aim of this study was to explore differences in the verbal content of handovers and rounds conducted in uni- and interdisciplinary social contexts. We expected higher proportions of goals to be articulated during interdisciplinary rounds. ⋯ These results are relevant to the design and implementation of clinical communication improvement initiatives and support tools.
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The present study investigated factors that explain when and why different groups of teammates are more likely to request and accept backup from one another when needed in an environment characterized by extreme time pressure and severe consequences of error: commercial air traffic control (ATC). ⋯ Teammate familiarity should be considered when choosing among potential replacement team members. Training strategies that accelerate the development of teammate knowledge consensus and team efficacy are warranted.