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Journal of Gerontological Nursing

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Nursing assistants found caring for aggressive residents with cognitive impairment more rewarding and less frustrating after an educational program. This training improved their skills in managing challenging behaviors in long-term care settings.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Nursing Education
Behavioral Science

Background:

Caring for aggressive residents with cognitive impairments poses significant challenges for nursing assistants in long-term care.
Effective strategies are needed to support nursing staff and improve resident care quality.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the impact of an educational intervention on nursing assistants' experiences and skills when caring for aggressive residents with cognitive impairments.
To assess the effectiveness of clinical nurse specialist-led training in improving direct care practices.

Main Methods:

Nursing assistants in long-term care facilities participated in a targeted educational program.
The curriculum covered cognitive impairment, aggression triggers, communication, prevention, and emotional management.

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A clinical nurse specialist provided instruction and role-modeled care techniques.

Main Results:

Post-intervention, nursing assistants reported significantly more rewarding and less frustrating experiences.
The educational program enhanced nursing assistants' skills in managing aggressive behaviors.
Clinical nurse specialist involvement was effective in improving direct care skills.

Conclusions:

Educational interventions are effective in improving nursing assistants' confidence and competence.
Specialized training can mitigate the challenges of caring for aggressive, cognitively impaired residents.
Clinical nurse specialists play a vital role in enhancing staff skills and resident care outcomes.