Nara City Hospital

Association Between Acute-Phase Occupational Therapy and Quality of Life at Hospital Discharge and 90 Days After Discharge

Background/Objectives: Early rehabilitation in critically ill patients has been associated with improved physical outcomes. However, evidence regarding the association between occupational therapy and quality of life (QOL) remains limited. This study examined the association betw...

Development of an interprofessional education program for aspiration pneumonia care: an action research study

INTRODUCTION/AIM: Aspiration pneumonia has evolved, with demographics shifting to predominantly frail older adults. However, despite the high healthcare impact, there is no established guideline or curriculum for the education and training of healthcare professionals in managing...