Publications by authors named "Patricia L Geels"
Article Synopsis
- - Inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) play a vital role in helping individuals recover after acute care, but their admission criteria have not changed since the 1970s, limiting access for cancer patients even with evidence of their need for rehab.
- - The Biden administration's relaunch of the Cancer Moonshot in 2022 focuses on improving cancer patients' quality of life and highlights the need to reassess IRF admission and reimbursement practices.
- - By evaluating the current policies and considering alternative solutions, like modifying the eligibility criteria for IRF care, access for cancer patients could be significantly improved, potentially leading to better outcomes and long-term cost savings despite initial higher expenses.
Purpose: This study aimed to examine the prevalence of cognitive-communication deficits in adult cancer survivors who reported experiencing cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI). The study also aimed to determine how these problems impact their ability to engage socially and find satisfaction in their social roles.
Method: This study employed a cross-sectional survey to collect data from adult cancer survivors.