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A spatial arrangement memory testing unit.

A K Boardman·D Jones·D Smith
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The Spatial Arrangement Memory Testing Unit is a new apparatus which has been designed to provide a low-cost, portable instrument for assessing visuo-spatial memory performance. It is particularly useful for aiding diagnosis and planning rehabilitation programmes for patients that have suffered brain damage. The application of microprocessor technology has allowed a flexible programmable approach to the operation of the equipment. The system uses a dedicated Zilog Z80 microprocessor with associated software held in EPROM. An integral printer is used to provide a permanent record of patient performance.

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A K Boardman, D Jones, D Smith. A spatial arrangement memory testing unit.. https://doi.org/10.3109/03091908409032091

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