Quality of Life and Emotional Problems of COVID-19 Patients after Discharge: A One-Month Longitudinal Study.
Chiu-Feng WuTing-Yun LinSheng-Kang ChiuChu-Hsuan ChengWen-Lin SuPublished in: Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) (2024)
According to our findings, it is necessary to monitor and provide appropriate interventions for individuals who have recovered from COVID-19, especially those who experienced severe symptoms that required endotracheal intubation during COVID-19 treatment. These interventions, such as symptom management and psychological support, can help improve their quality of life and reduce emotional problems. Therefore, after the participants are discharged, hospitals should regularly track the patients' status and provide appropriate support or referrals to help these individuals. Otherwise, future research could include more participants and follow up with them for longer to investigate the longitudinal impact of COVID-19.