Development of a learning program on heat stroke prevention for multiple professions involved in community care

2024 Fiscal Year Final Research Report

• Project/Area Number: 21K17410
• Research Category: Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists
• Allocation Type: Multi-year Fund
• Review Section: Basic Section 58080:Gerontological nursing and community health nursing-related
• Research Institution: The University of Tokushima
• Principal Investigator: YAMASHITA Ruriko 徳島大学, 大学院医歯薬学研究部(医学域), 教授 (90380047)
• Project Period (FY): 2021-04-01 – 2025-03-31
• Keywords: 地域ケア / 多職種 / 熱中症予防対策

Outline of Final Research Achievements

The purpose of this study was to develop and implement an educational intervention program for multiple professionals involved in comprehensive community care, aiming to address the growing issue of heat stroke due to the super-aging society and global warming. Using qualitative research grounded in the practical knowledge of home care providers such as visiting nurses, we identified risk factors and designed a program accordingly. The program's impact was evaluated by assessing changes in participants' knowledge, awareness, and behavior. By integrating theory and practice, this study established and assessed a multidisciplinary and collaborative educational model for heat stroke prevention, an area previously lacking development. The findings contribute an effective intervention model that supports community-wide collaboration and enhances local prevention systems.

Free Research Field

地域・在宅看護学

Academic Significance and Societal Importance of the Research Achievements

本研究は、地域包括ケアにおける熱中症予防の課題に対し、多職種間の知識共有と連携の促進を目的とした教育介入プログラムを開発し、その有効性を実証的に評価した。得られた知見は、地域全体での予防体制構築に資する実践モデルとしての意義を有し、今後の保健福祉施策に寄与するものである。