코로나19 이후 겪게 된 작업참여의 변화에 대한 질적 연구: 80세 이상 초고령 노인을 대상으로

Abstract

Objective : The purpose of this study is to qualitatively analyze the changes in occupational participation experienced after COVID-19 focusing the oldest old living in the community. Methods : A total of 10 oldest old were selected through a intentional sampling method, and in-depth interviews were conducted with them. Framework analysis was used as a design method for qualitative research, and the analysis framework was constructed centering on the occupational performance area of the OTPF-4. The collected data was analyzed according to the 5 stages of the framework analysis presented by Ritchie and Spencer, and Lacey and Luff's thematic mapping model was used. Results : As a result of the analysis, four themes were derived: ‘changes in daily life’, ‘changes in rest, sleep, leisure and health management’, ‘changes in social participations’, and ‘acceptance of reality and pursuit of meaning in life’. The participants did not feel a big change in their daily life, but they experienced a role change that made them feel their presence in the family. While going through COVID-19, intimacy with family was strengthened, but community gatherings were still afraid. Participants said they had a new mindset to focus on what they could do, appreciate the reality, and take better care of their health rather than being uncomfortable with the situation. Conclusion : Through the analysis of this study, we were able to learn about the difficulties that oldest old living in the community may experience after COVID-19 and how they deal with the current situation, and based on the results of the study, we expect to find ways to provide various help.