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Source: Geriatric Nursing - September 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Nursing home staff perspectives on adoption of an innovation in goals of care communication
Nursing homes (NH) are important settings for end-of-life care, but limited implementation may impede goals of care discussions. The purpose of this study was to understand NH staff perceptions of adoption and sustainability of the Goals of Care video decision aid for families of residents with advanced dementia. Study design was a cross-sectional survey of staff at 11 NHs in North Carolina who participated in the Goals of Care (GOC) cluster randomized clinical trial. Staff perceived the GOC decision aid intervention as a positive innovation; it was perceived as more compatible with current practices by male staff, nurses,...
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 30, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Latarsha Chisholm, Sheryl Zimmerman, Cherie Rosemond, Eleanor McConnell, Bryan J. Weiner, Feng-Chang Lin, Laura Hanson Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
The impact of mobility limitations on health outcomes among older adults
The purpose of this study was to stratify an older adult population for subsequent interventions based on functional ability, and to estimate prevalence, characteristics and impact of mobility limitations on health outcomes. In 2016, surveys were sent to a stratified random sample of AARP ® Medicare Supplement insureds; mobility limitations were defined using two screening questions. Responses were stratified to three mobility limitation levels. Multivariate regression models determined characteristics and impact on health outcomes. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 30, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Shirley Musich, Shaohung S. Wang, Joann Ruiz, Kevin Hawkins, Ellen Wicker Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
Nursing home staff perspectives on adoption of an innovation in goals of care communication
Nursing homes (NH) are important settings for end-of-life care, but limited implementation may impede goals of care discussions. The purpose of this study was to understand NH staff perceptions of adoption and sustainability of the Goals of Care video decision aid for families of residents with advanced dementia. Study design was a cross-sectional survey of staff at 11 NHs in North Carolina who participated in the Goals of Care (GOC) cluster randomized clinical trial. Staff perceived the GOC decision aid intervention as a positive innovation; it was perceived as more compatible with current practices by male staff, nurses,...
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 30, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Latarsha Chisholm, Sheryl Zimmerman, Cherie Rosemond, Eleanor McConnell, Bryan J. Weiner, Feng-Chang Lin, Laura Hanson Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
The impact of mobility limitations on health outcomes among older adults
The purpose of this study was to stratify an older adult population for subsequent interventions based on functional ability, and to estimate prevalence, characteristics and impact of mobility limitations on health outcomes. In 2016, surveys were sent to a stratified random sample of AARP ® Medicare Supplement insureds; mobility limitations were defined using two screening questions. Responses were stratified to three mobility limitation levels. Multivariate regression models determined characteristics and impact on health outcomes. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 30, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Shirley Musich, Shaohung S. Wang, Joann Ruiz, Kevin Hawkins, Ellen Wicker Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
The effects of mutual goal-setting practice in older adults with chronic illness
This study employed a quasi-experimental design with repeated measures to evaluate the effect of an intervention, namely mutual goal-setting (MGS) practice, on elderly patients with chronic illness. Eighty such patients receiving nursing care at home were recruited for the study. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Winnie Lai-Sheung Cheng Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
The effects of support groups on dementia caregivers: A mixed method study
This study used the Caregiver Burden Inventory, and focus group interviews (18 caregivers), which were conducted using a semi-structured interview form. The initial study sample was 37 primary caregivers; however, the final analysis included 30 caregivers. The quantitative data were analyzed by paired sample t-test. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Özlem Küçükgüçlü, Burcu Akpınar Söylemez, Görsev Yener, Ahmet Turan Işık Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
The effects of mutual goal-setting practice in older adults with chronic illness
This study employed a quasi-experimental design with repeated measures to evaluate the effect of an intervention, namely mutual goal-setting (MGS) practice, on elderly patients with chronic illness. Eighty such patients receiving nursing care at home were recruited for the study. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Winnie Lai-Sheung Cheng Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
The effects of support groups on dementia caregivers: A mixed method study
This study used the Caregiver Burden Inventory, and focus group interviews (18 caregivers), which were conducted using a semi-structured interview form. The initial study sample was 37 primary caregivers; however, the final analysis included 30 caregivers. The quantitative data were analyzed by paired sample t-test. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 18, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Özlem Küçükgüçlü, Burcu Akpınar Söylemez, Görsev Yener, Ahmet Turan Işık Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
Physical and psychological effects of Qigong exercise in community-dwelling older adults: An exploratory study
Older adults need exercise programs that correspond to age-related changes. The purpose of this study was to explore preliminary effects of an 8-week Qigong exercise intervention on the physical ability, functional and psychological health, and spiritual well-being of community-dwelling older adults. Forty-five community-dwelling adults with the mean age of 74.8 years participated a 1-h Health Qigong exercise session twice weekly for 8 weeks. The majority were female (84%) and white (91%), and lived with their spouse (49%). (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 16, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Pei-Shiun Chang, M. Tish Knobf, Byeonsang Oh, Marjorie Funk Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research
Identification of pseudobulbar affect symptoms in the nursing home setting: Development and assessment of a screening tool
Pseudobulbar Affect (PBA) is a neurologic condition characterized by involuntary outbursts of crying and/or laughing disproportionate to patient mood or social context. Although an estimated 9% of nursing home residents have symptoms suggestive of PBA, they are not routinely screened. Our goal was to develop an electronic screening tool based upon characteristics common to nursing home residents with PBA identified through medical record data. Nursing home residents with PBA treated with dextromethorphan hydrobromide/quinidine sulfate (n = 140) were compared to age-, gender-, and dementia-diagnosis-matched controls with...
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 11, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Carrie Allen, Barbara Zarowitz, Terrence O'Shea, Edward Peterson, Charles Yonan, Fanta Waterman Source Type: research
Post-hospitalization experiences of older adults diagnosed with diabetes: “It was daunting!”
Multimorbidity combined with geriatric syndromes in older adults with diabetes exacerbate their risks for poor post-discharge outcomes. The purpose of this study was to examine self-described hospital-to-home transition challenges encountered by older adults with a diagnosis of diabetes within the first 30 days following discharge. The qualitative responses for this paper emerged from a larger mixed methods study (n = 96) in which participants provided free responses specifying transition challenges during follow-up telephone interviews on the 7th day (n = 67) and 30th day (n = 55) post-discharge. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 11, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Jacqueline B. La Manna, Angeline Bushy, Denise Gammonley Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
Sleep disordered breathing in older adults with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction
Heart failure in older adults is frequently accompanied by sleep disordered breathing (SDB). Treatment of SDB in persons with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is unclear because most data is on heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). The purpose of this paper was to evaluate studies that report on the effects of positive airway pressure on patient outcomes in older adults with HFpEF and comorbid SDB. A search of the literature found six data-based studies (N = 36 to 126). (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 4, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Lynn M. Baniak, Eileen R. Chasens Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
Can we reduce morphine use in elderly, proximal femoral fracture patients using a fascia iliac block?
Proximal femoral fractures are becoming increasingly common with an ageing population. Many patients have multiple comorbidities increasing their risk of opiate complications. 40 consecutive patients presenting with a proximal femoral fracture to a trauma centre in the UK were given either a Fascia Iliaca Block (FIB) with oral analgesia or just oral analgesia to control their pre-operative pain. Numeric pain scores and morphine consumption were used as outcome measures. Patients receiving a FIB had significant reduction in their pain scores compared to patients only receiving oral pain relief. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - August 2, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Al-Amin M. Kassam, Anthony T. Gough, Joanna Davies, Rathan Yarlagadda Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research
