How do occupational therapists contribute to patient care in the emergency department?

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Abstract

Occupational therapists significantly contribute to patient care in the emergency department through fall prevention, assessment of functional deficits, and coordination within multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ED operations.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Balance Gait and Falls Prevention Occupational Therapy Practice and Research Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
5 January 2026