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Gerontological nursing. 4: Age-related hearing explored
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|October 18, 2000
Summary
Nurses can improve the health of older adults by addressing hearing disability, a common issue. This article provides practical examples for expert gerontological nursing practice.
Area of Science:
- Gerontological Nursing
- Audiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Older adults frequently experience hearing disability, a prevalent yet often overlooked health concern.
- Previous articles in this series challenged nurses to re-evaluate their approach to elder care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide specific examples of expert nursing practice in gerontology.
- To illustrate how nurses can address hearing disability in older populations.
- To enhance the therapeutic aspects of gerontological nursing.
Main Methods:
- Review of expert practices in gerontological nursing.
- Focus on hearing disability as a case study.
- Description of nursing interventions to improve hearing health in the elderly.
Main Results:
- Nurses can play a crucial role in identifying and managing hearing disability in older adults.
- Implementing targeted interventions can significantly improve health outcomes.
- Expert gerontological nursing practice enhances the therapeutic relationship and patient well-being.
Conclusions:
- Addressing hearing disability is essential for comprehensive elder care.
- Nurses are pivotal in maximizing the therapeutic potential of gerontological nursing.
- This approach contributes to better health and quality of life for older individuals.