Computer–assisted interactive task guidance: Facilitating the performance of a simulated vocational task

Compensatory systems can be helpful for Individuals with traumatic brain injuries whose functional skills do not Improve in response to other types of treatment. An interactive computer–assisted compensatory cuing system, designed to assist brain–injured patients with the performance of functional skills, is described. By using this system, two of four patients Improved their performance of a simulated janitorial task. The advantages and disadvantages of interactive cuing systems are discussed, including their use as a pragmatic intervention for patients who benefit from successful experiences while they are learning at a much slower pace.