Response to “Why is there no ‘c’ in nursing?”
In this editorial I wanted to share some thoughts from a group of the following doctoral students at the University of North Carolina; I greatly appreciate their perspective and wanted to share it: (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 15, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Barbara Resnick Source Type: research
Learning from lumberjacks to reduce calls and improve care
So the story goes that a lumberjack is getting exhausted cutting down a tree when someone taps on his shoulder and asks why don't you take some time to sharpen your axe so you can more effectively cut down that tree – the lumberjack says I'd love to but I don't have time for that. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 15, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Richard G. Stefanacci, Albert Riddle Source Type: research
A new, more effective, vaccine to prevent shingles
Shingles is a very common condition in older adults with an estimated 1 million cases occurring in the U.S. each year. One in three Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime and the risk increases to one in two adults aged 85 and older. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 13, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: William Simonson Tags: Pharmacy Column Source Type: research
Feasibility of mobile mental wellness training for older adults
This study assessed the feasibility of a mobile mental wellness training application for individual use and for group work from the perspectives of older adults and social care professionals. The older individuals recruited for the study were participants in a Circle of Friends group and family caregivers' peer support group offered by the communal senior services. The qualitative and quantitative results of interviews, questionnaires, observation, and application usage were reported. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 9, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Heidi Simil ä, Milla Immonen, Jaana Toska-Tervola, Heidi Enwald, Niina Keränen, Maarit Kangas, Timo Jämsä, Raija Korpelainen Source Type: research
Practical non-pharmacological intervention approaches for sleep problems among older adults
Poor sleep is common among older adults, often caused by multiple underlying factors such as chronic stress. Poor sleep is subsequently associated with negative health outcomes including higher morbidity and mortality. Our primary purpose is to explore practical non-pharmacological intervention approaches integrating stress management to improve sleep quality among older adults. In doing so, we highlight approaches that appear to hold promise in real-world settings with older individuals. We conducted a tailored literature review specifically on approaches to improve sleep quality among older adults, with emphasis on those...
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 9, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Stephanie MacLeod, Shirley Musich, Sandra Kraemer, Ellen Wicker Source Type: research
Feasibility of mobile mental wellness training for older adults
This study assessed the feasibility of a mobile mental wellness training application for individual use and for group work from the perspectives of older adults and social care professionals. The older individuals recruited for the study were participants in a Circle of Friends group and family caregivers' peer support group offered by the communal senior services. The qualitative and quantitative results of interviews, questionnaires, observation, and application usage were reported. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 9, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Heidi Simil ä, Milla Immonen, Jaana Toska-Tervola, Heidi Enwald, Niina Keränen, Maarit Kangas, Timo Jämsä, Raija Korpelainen Source Type: research
Practical non-pharmacological intervention approaches for sleep problems among older adults
Poor sleep is common among older adults, often caused by multiple underlying factors such as chronic stress. Poor sleep is subsequently associated with negative health outcomes including higher morbidity and mortality. Our primary purpose is to explore practical non-pharmacological intervention approaches integrating stress management to improve sleep quality among older adults. In doing so, we highlight approaches that appear to hold promise in real-world settings with older individuals. We conducted a tailored literature review specifically on approaches to improve sleep quality among older adults, with emphasis on those...
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 9, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Stephanie MacLeod, Shirley Musich, Sandra Kraemer, Ellen Wicker Source Type: research
Implementing the MOLST (medical orders for life-sustaining treatments): Challenges faced by nursing home staff
This study examined how the Medical Orders for Life-sustaining Treatment (MOLST) is implemented in two nursing homes in Massachusetts; one had primarily long-term care residents and high hospice utilization, the other had low hospice utilization and a high proportion of post-acute care residents. Qualitative in-person interviews with 21 staff members who had a role implementing the MOLST explored their experiences using the form in their daily work routines. Staff at both nursing homes described benefits of the MOLST such as providing guidance for staff and family. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 6, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Kathrin Boerner, Jason Rodriquez, Emma Quach, Meghan Hendricksen Source Type: research
Implementing the MOLST (medical order for life-sustaining treatments): Challenges faced by nursing home staff
This study examined how the Medical Order for Life-sustaining Treatment (MOLST) is implemented in two nursing homes in Massachusetts; one had primarily long-term care residents and high hospice utilization, the other had low hospice utilization and a high proportion of post-acute care residents. Qualitative in-person interviews with 21 staff members who had a role implementing the MOLST explored their experiences using the form in their daily work routines. Staff at both nursing homes described benefits of the MOLST such as providing guidance for staff and family. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 6, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Kathrin Boerner, Jason Rodriquez, Emma Quach, Meghan Hendricksen Source Type: research
Hypodermic clysis: A viable rehydration option?
This article will provide an overview on what hypodermic clysis is, what it can be used for, and outline advantages and limitations of its use. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 1, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Samara Russell Tags: GAPNA Section Source Type: research
TeleWound technology enhances patient care
Excited by the successes of NICHE members presenting during the 2017 NICHE conference the NICHE team invited coordinators share their success stories further. This is the second in a series highlighting NICHE successes. NICHE members are using innovative, evidence based actions to improve care to the older adults. Subsequent articles will highlight success with holistic interdisciplinary education, managing medications to improve safety, implementing NICHE internationally, and a personal story on choosing a geriatric specialty. (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 1, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Nancy DiRico, Kelly Ryan Tags: NICHE Section Source Type: research
The challenge of multiple complex chronic conditions
Multiple chronic conditions are a serious public health concern affecting approximately 3 in 4 adults 65 years of age and older and their family caregivers.1 –5 Multi-morbidity, has been defined as the coexistence of multiple chronic diseases or conditions, and is the “most common chronic condition experienced by older adults.”6 National estimates of the prevalence of multiple chronic conditions among older adults (over 65 years of age), range from 45–81% depending on the definition used.1–5 (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 1, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Mary Beth Happ, Lorraine C. Mion, Sonia Duffy Tags: Acute Care of the Elderly Column Source Type: research
Driving Geriatrics Innovation with a Dose of Disney Curiosity at #AGS18 (May 3-5, 2018)
Sometimes we need to step out of our daily routines to learn and grow. The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) Annual Scientific Meeting is an opportunity to do that – in a large, diverse, and accomplished community dedicated to improving care for older adults. Inspiration, growth, learning, and fellowship will drive #AGS18, the AGS 2018 Annual Scientific Meeting to be held at the Walt Disney World Swan& Dolphin Resort in Orlando, FL, May 3 –5 (pre-conference day May 2). (Source: Geriatric Nursing)
Source: Geriatric Nursing - March 1, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Debra Saliba Tags: AGS Section Source Type: research
