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