Research and Effect Evaluation of the Role of Health Education in Obtaining Care for Acquired Pneumonia in Elderly Communities
Jing Yu,
Xiaorui Shen
Abstract:Objective: The objective of this study was to explore the role and effectiveness of a comprehensive health education intervention in improving disease management and quality of life outcomes among elderly patients with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). Methods: This prospective study enrolled 80 elderly CAP patients admitted to the hospital between July 2019 and July 2022. The patients were randomly allocated to a control group (n=40) and a health education group (n=40). The control group received routine s… Show more
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