Abstract: Objective: We conducted this scoping review aiming to explore the acceptability of monitoring vital signs using smart wearable devices within hospital setting, providing clues for future practice. Methods: According to the Joanna Briggs Institute scoping review methodology framework, we searched domestic and foreign databases for technical acceptance studies on wearable vital signs monitoring, and summarized and analyzed related literature. Results: A total of 14 articles were included in this study. Our results showed that the acceptability level of monitoring vital signs using smart wearable technologies in hospital settings was medium and beyond. Several terminology and definitions were associated with technological acceptance, including 'acceptability', 'experience', 'usability' and 'satisfaction'. The research variables and tools were not uniform due to different theoretical frameworks in various studies. We found that influencing factors of technological acceptance included technology, personnel and environment. Conclusion: The definition and usage of intelligent wearable vital sign monitoring technology in hospital settings are inconsistent. Technical acceptance should be considered as a phased process in the future. It is also suggested to construct a unified definition and evaluation framework, to promote the comparison of research in this field and provide clues for clinical application.

Key words: vital signs; monitoring; wearable device; technology acceptance