scholarly journals Comfort of the hospitalized elderly

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 86
Author(s):  
Teresa Silveira ◽  
Raquel Pereira ◽  
Carla Colaço ◽  
Rita Marques ◽  
Patrícia Pontífice-Sousa
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Nursing Students ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Central Theme ◽  
Elderly Individuals ◽  
Hospitalized Elderly ◽  
Structured Audio

The purpose of this pilot study is to identify the specifics of comfort in the hospitalized elderly population. This is a descriptive-exploratory pilot study, with a qualitative approach. Data was collected between January and February 2018, being included 12 elderly participants hospitalized in the pulmonology/oncology department. Semi-structured audio-recorded interviews were conducted to obtain the data. The central theme of the comfort phenomenon for the hospitalized elderly individuals comprises four categories that represent the perceptions of the subjects, namely: needs that were felt/experience’s context; intervenients’ role/experience’s context; ways and means of causing comfort/discomfort; attributes associated with the concept of comfort/discomfort. The analysis of each of these categories showed the importance of developing skills, in order to satisfy the comfort needs of the hospitalized elderly. The elderly constitute a group which is socially more vulnerable and fragile. For this reason, nurses and students should be available to provide relief, well-being and comfort to this population with specific needs. The findings of this study reinforce the results of previous research efforts, highlighting categories and subcategories that allow to achieve a balance between needs, expectations and wishes, and an integrated comforting care that should be considered and object of deep research by nursing students.

scholarly journals Monitoring Health Parameters of Elders to Support Independent Living and Improve Their Quality of Life

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 517
Author(s):  
Ilia Adami ◽  
Michalis Foukarakis ◽  
Stavroula Ntoa ◽  
Nikolaos Partarakis ◽  
Nikolaos Stefanakis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Independent Living ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Chronic Illnesses ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Self Sufficiency ◽  
Health And Well Being

Improving the well-being and quality of life of the elderly population is closely related to assisting them to effectively manage age-related conditions such as chronic illnesses and anxiety, and to maintain their independence and self-sufficiency as much as possible. This paper presents the design, architecture and implementation structure of an adaptive system for monitoring the health and well-being of the elderly. The system was designed following best practices of the Human-Centred Design approach involving representative end-users from the early stages.

scholarly journals The Importance of Resilience for Well-Being in Retirement

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (61) ◽  
pp. 191-199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristiane Pimentel Nalin ◽  
Lucia Helena de Freitas Pinho França
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Hierarchical Regression ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Private Organizations ◽  
Economic Satisfaction ◽  
The Mean

The increase in the elderly population has prompted research on retirement. This study investigated the importance of resilience, economic satisfaction, the length of retirement, and planning to well-being during retirement of 270 participants. The majority of this sample were men (64%), and the mean age was 65 years (SD = 5.7). The participants were retired members of 10 public and private organizations in Rio de Janeiro. Factor analysis and hierarchical regression were performed. The results showed that determined resilience (mastery, adaptability, confidence and perseverance) and socioeconomic satisfaction were the main predictors of well-being in retirement and explained 28% of this model. The findings suggest that well-being in retirement is closely related to socioeconomic satisfaction and determined resilience. Additional research should address the importance of resilience for the well-being of retirees who are or not members of retirement associations. Resilience attitudes should be promoted in Retirement Education Programs.

scholarly journals The inclusion of elderly persons from the Instituto Henrique da Silva Semente (IHESS) in Indaiatuba, São Paulo, in the digital age: physio-gerontological contributions

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 567-575 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eliana Carvalho ◽  
Rodrigo Caetano Arantes ◽  
Angélica Sartori Rossi Cintra
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Educational Activity ◽  
Elderly Persons ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
At Home

abstract Introduction: The evolution of information technologies has become part of our daily life and directly or indirectly affects the elderly population. The presence of these technologies, such as mobile phones, smartphones, computers, and tablets, at home where elderly persons live with their families demonstrates the necessity of including the elderly population in the technological universe. Objective: The aim of the present study was to describe the benefits obtained by the elderly from using such Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), the effect of such use on their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and which physio-gerontological contributions resulted in the best use of the ICTs. Method: A convenience sample (n=30) was performed of individuals aged over 60 years who were students at the Instituto Henrique da Silva Semente (IHESS). Demographic and social data, the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) and the Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) were considered. The data was collected between April and May 2014. Results: The average age was 67.9 years with a predominance of women (76.7%). Among the respondents 83.3% used a computer at home; 66.6% had some kind of difficulty in using computers; and 86.6% used ICTs in their daily lives. Despite the difficulties in using the devices resulting from the limitations imposed by age, it was observed that the equality of the age range encouraged interaction with friends and family, and as a result 100% of respondents displayed excellent interpersonal relationships with the class group. It was also observed that the elderly persons had a great desire to learn and interact through the use of technological devices, and that females were involved in recreational and educational activities, with wives encouraging their husbands to attend the computer class. However, there were exemplary risks of the misuse of these devices, such as poor posture when handling electronic devices or spending long spells in unsuitable positions, demonstrating the need for physical therapy and geriatric guidelines to ensure the well-being of the elderly. Conclusion: The inclusion of elderly persons in the IHESS or in any other educational activity should consider the familiar environment in which they live as well as providing professional support in physiotherapeutic and gerontologic areas in order to assure well-being and quality of life, especially at this stage of life, senescence.

scholarly journals Training of nursing students in integrated care for the elderly

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wanderson Carneiro Moreira ◽  
Ana Raquel Batista de Carvalho ◽  
Eliana Campêlo Lago ◽  
Fernanda Cláudia Miranda Amorim ◽  
Delmo de Carvalho Alencar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Integrated Care ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Training Process ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
University Center ◽  
Care For The Elderly

Abstract Objective: To analyze training in integrated health care for the elderly from the perspective of nursing students. Method: A descriptive and exploratory study with a qualitative approach was carried out using the action research method with the participation of 24 nursing students from a university center in Piauí, Brazil. Data were obtained through semi-structured interviews and submitted to content analysis. Results: Two thematic categories emerged: Perspectives on aging, violence and sexuality and A holistic approach to the elderly: integrating training and care. Conclusion: The perspective of the students on integrated care for the elderly is fragmented, stemming from the limitations of the training process for such care.

scholarly journals Performance Evaluation of Different d-Dimer Cutoffs in Bedridden Hospitalized Elderly Patients

2016 ◽  
Vol 23 (8) ◽  
pp. 998-1004 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nevine A. Kassim ◽  
Tamer M. Farid ◽  
Shaimaa Abdelmalik Pessar ◽  
Salma A. Shawkat
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Patients ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Elderly Individuals ◽  
Clinical Probability ◽  
Hospitalized Elderly ◽  
Comparable Performance ◽  
Hospitalized Elderly Patients ◽  
Reduced Mobility ◽  
D Dimer

A rapid and accurate diagnosis of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in the elderly individuals represents a dilemma due to nonspecific clinical presentation, confusing laboratory results, and the hazards of radiological examination in this age-group. d-Dimer test is used mainly in combination with non-high clinical pretest probability (PTP) to exclude VTE. d-Dimer testing retains its sensitivity, however, its specificity decreases in the elderly individuals. Raising the cutoff level improves the specificity of the d-dimer test without compromising its sensitivity. The current study aimed to explore the reliability of higher d-dimer cutoff values for the diagnosis of asymptomatic VTE in a population of bedridden hospitalized elderly patients with non-high clinical PTP. This retrospective study included 252 bedridden hospitalized elderly patients (>65 years) who were admitted to the Ain shams University Specialized Hospital with non-high clinical probability and developed later reduced mobility; all underwent quantitation of d-dimer and Doppler examination. Considering the whole population (>65 years), the age-adjusted cutoff achieved the best performance in comparison with the conventional and receiver operating characteristic (ROC)–derived cutoffs. When stratified according to age, the age-adjusted cutoff showed the best performance in the age-group 65-70 and comparable performance with the ROC-derived cutoff in the age-group 71-80, however, its sensitivity compromised in those older than 80 years. In conclusion, it is recommended to use age-adjusted cutoff value of d-dimer together with the clinical probability score in elderly individuals (65-80 years).

The experience of nursing students in home visits to elderly people living with dementia

2010 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 1410
Author(s):  
Geilsa Soraia Cavalcanti Valente ◽  
Carla Reis Manso ◽  
Anna Flávia Cavalcanti Barbosa Maia ◽  
Ana Barbara Cerff Ornellas ◽  
Selma Petra De Sá ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Home Visits ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Physical Structure ◽  
Ethics Committee ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Health Conditions

ABSTRACTObjectives: to identify the main needs of healthcare for the elderly with dementia by home visits and discuss the importance of household visits by scholars, aiming to promote the health of their clients. Method: this is a descriptive study of a kind experience report with a qualitative approach, in which seven were carried out home visits to elderly dementia participating in the Program of Geriatrics and Gerontology in Niterói - RJ, Brazil, September 1 November 24, 2009. The research received approval under No. 062/09 of the Ethics Committee of University Hospital Antonio Pedro - HUAP. Results: the visits, an evaluation of the home as their physical structure and health conditions besides providing guidance to caregivers and family members about changes in the environment and care that meet the specific needs of each client. Conclusion: the activity was very important for the students, allowing the understanding of aspects related to caring for the elderly with dementia at home by means of the holistic approach, taking into account the promotion, prevention and recovery in health. Descriptors: students nursing; home visits; health of the elderly; dementia; Alzheimer disease.RESUMOObjetivos: identificar as principais necessidades de atenção à saúde do idoso com demência através da visita domiciliar e Discutir a importância da realização de Visitas Domiciliares pelos acadêmicos, visando à promoção da saúde destes clientes. Método: trata-se de um estudo descritivo, do tipo relato de experiência com abordagem qualitativa, no qual foram realizadas sete visitas domiciliares aos idosos demenciados que participam do Programa de Geriatria e Gerontologia no município de Niterói - RJ, no período de 1 de setembro a 24 de novembro de 2009. A pesquisa recebeu a aprovação sob nº 062/09 do Comitê de Ética do Hospital Universitário Antonio Pedro – HUAP. Resultados: as visitas permitiram uma avaliação do domicílio quanto a sua estrutura física e condições sanitárias além de possibilitar a orientação aos cuidadores e/ou familiares sobre as mudanças no ambiente e os cuidados que atendem as necessidades específicas de cada cliente. Conclusão: a atividade foi de suma importância para os acadêmicos, possibilitando a compreensão dos aspectos relacionados ao cuidar do idoso com demência no domicilio por meio da abordagem holística, levando em consideração a promoção, prevenção e recuperação em saúde. Descritores: estudantes de enfermagem; visita domiciliar; saúde do idoso; demência; doença de Alzheimer. RESUMENObjetivos: Identificar las principales necesidades de asistencia sanitaria para los ancianos con demencia mediante visitas domiciliarias y discutir la importancia de las visitas domiciliarias por los estudiosos, con el objetivo de promover la salud de sus clientes. Método: estudio descriptivo de un informe experiencia única con un enfoque cualitativo, de los cuales siete se llevaron a cabo visitas domiciliarias a demencia senil que participan en el Programa de Geriatria y Gerontología en Niterói - RJ, Brasil, 1 de septiembre 24 de noviembre 2009. La investigación recibió la aprobación en virtud N º 062/09 de la Comisión de Ética del HUAP. Resultados: las visitas han permitido la evaluación de la vivienda como su estructura física y las condiciones de salud además de proporcionar orientación a los cuidadores y familiares acerca de los cambios en el medio ambiente y la atención que satisfagan las necesidades específicas de cada cliente. Conclusión: la actividad fue muy importante para los estudiantes, permitiendo la comprensión de los aspectos relacionados con el cuidado de los ancianos con demencia en el hogar por medio de un enfoque holístico, teniendo en cuenta la promoción, prevención y recuperación de la salud. Descriptores: estudiantes de enfermería; visita domiciliaria; salud del anciano; demencia; enfermedad de Alzheimer.

A Pilot Study into the Comparative Effectiveness and Safety in the Elderly of a Homeopathic Flu Prophylaxis and the Regular Flu Vaccination in the Netherlands

2016 ◽  
Vol 29 (02) ◽  
pp. 120-126
Author(s):  
Gerrie Hasselaar ◽  
Willem van Nijnatten ◽  
Isaac Golden
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
The Netherlands ◽  
Comparative Effectiveness ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Flu Vaccination

A prospective observational pilot study was conducted in the Netherlands between October 12, 2013 and February 21, 2014 to measure the effectiveness and safety of three immunisation options against influenza, as well as changes in participants' well-being. It appears that vaccination against influenza may not be the most effective and safest option and that the use of homeoprophylaxis against influenza should be studied in larger cohorts.

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