Effectiveness of a simplified reablement program to minimize functional decline in hospitalized older patients.

Fang-Wen HuYi-Ting HuangHuey-Shyan LinChing-Huey ChenMei-Ju ChenChia-Ming Chang

Published in: Geriatrics & gerontology international (2020)

The simplified reablement program may be beneficial to optimize physical function and improve quality of life in hospitalized older patients. It is recommended that health professionals should assist or encourage older patients to do simplified reablement during their hospital stay. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2020; 20: 436-442.

Keyphrases

quality improvement
randomized controlled trial
systematic review
healthcare
acute care