Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic
This study aimed to investigate the impact of epidemic prevention and isolation policies on residents’ health and well-being and assess the effectiveness of implementing intervention measures to maintain their quality of life. This mixed-methods research study involved a retrospective record review...
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| author | Shu-Ting Chuang Mei-Hui Lin Honda Hsu Chia-Ming Chi Yu-Ru Lee Ya-Hui Yen |
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| description | This study aimed to investigate the impact of epidemic prevention and isolation policies on residents’ health and well-being and assess the effectiveness of implementing intervention measures to maintain their quality of life. This mixed-methods research study involved a retrospective record review of residents’ daily life diaries and descriptive statistical analysis. Data were collected between March 2021 and June 2022, and epidemic-prevention measures were implemented using Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control guidelines. Three interventions were developed to address residents’ health, social, and rehabilitation needs. Despite an overall infection rate of 10% at various times between 2021 and 2022, there were no reported outbreaks of nosocomial infections. The concept of reablement proved effective in helping residents maintain their independence and physical function, with a maintenance rate of 66.6%, thereby improving their quality of life. By implementing epidemic-prevention measures, we found that proper hand washing and the use of surgical masks were effective in controlling infections. Furthermore, the decline in physical function is a continuous and gradual process for older adults. Even under the restriction of social interaction, it is essential to incorporate rehabilitation plans into residents’ daily activities and encourage their active participation, as this promotes improved physical function and enhances their overall quality of life. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-4619f70cc83e4adc9707af55833ab85b2023-11-19T10:56:18ZengMDPI AGHealthcare2227-90322023-09-011118253510.3390/healthcare11182535Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 PandemicShu-Ting Chuang0Mei-Hui Lin1Honda Hsu2Chia-Ming Chi3Yu-Ru Lee4Ya-Hui Yen5Department of Nursing, Taichung Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City 427213, TaiwanDepartment of Accounting Information, Da-Yeh University, Changhua 515006, TaiwanDivision of Plastic Surgery, Dalin Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Chiayi City 622007, TaiwanTaichung Tzu Chi Nursing Home, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City 427213, TaiwanTaichung Tzu Chi Nursing Home, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taichung City 427213, TaiwanDepartment of Nursing, National Chi Nan University, Puli Township 545301, TaiwanThis study aimed to investigate the impact of epidemic prevention and isolation policies on residents’ health and well-being and assess the effectiveness of implementing intervention measures to maintain their quality of life. This mixed-methods research study involved a retrospective record review of residents’ daily life diaries and descriptive statistical analysis. Data were collected between March 2021 and June 2022, and epidemic-prevention measures were implemented using Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control guidelines. Three interventions were developed to address residents’ health, social, and rehabilitation needs. Despite an overall infection rate of 10% at various times between 2021 and 2022, there were no reported outbreaks of nosocomial infections. The concept of reablement proved effective in helping residents maintain their independence and physical function, with a maintenance rate of 66.6%, thereby improving their quality of life. By implementing epidemic-prevention measures, we found that proper hand washing and the use of surgical masks were effective in controlling infections. Furthermore, the decline in physical function is a continuous and gradual process for older adults. Even under the restriction of social interaction, it is essential to incorporate rehabilitation plans into residents’ daily activities and encourage their active participation, as this promotes improved physical function and enhances their overall quality of life.https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/11/18/2535coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic mortalityreablementolder adult lonelinessnursing home |
| spellingShingle | Shu-Ting Chuang Mei-Hui Lin Honda Hsu Chia-Ming Chi Yu-Ru Lee Ya-Hui Yen Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic Healthcare coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic mortality reablement older adult loneliness nursing home |
| title | Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic |
| title_full | Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic |
| title_fullStr | Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic |
| title_full_unstemmed | Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic |
| title_short | Epidemic-Prevention Measures and Health Management in a Nursing Home during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic |
| title_sort | epidemic prevention measures and health management in a nursing home during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic |
| topic | coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic mortality reablement older adult loneliness nursing home |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/11/18/2535 |
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