Functional Profile of Older Adults Hospitalized in Convalescence Units of the National Network of Integrated Continuous Care of Portugal: A Longitudinal Study.

Ana Ramos César J V Fonseca Lara Manuela Guedes de Pinho Manuel José Lopes Henrique Oliveira Maria Adriana Pereira Henriques

Published in: Journal of personalized medicine (2021)

The functional profile of older adults improved during the length of stay recommended for hospitalization in convalescence units (30 days). It is critical for health systems to adopt strategies to prevent declines in the emotional state of frail individuals.

Keyphrases

physical activity
quality improvement
healthcare
palliative care
pain management
affordable care act