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Journal of Gerontological Nursing
|July 1, 1992
Summary
Gerontological nursing education requires expansion in nursing schools to address the growing elderly population
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Gerontology
- Healthcare for Older Adults
Background:
- The number of older adults is rapidly increasing, necessitating specialized healthcare.
- Current nursing curricula may not adequately prepare nurses for the complexities of geriatric care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate existing gerontological nursing content in a nursing college's curriculum.
- To identify necessary changes and additions to enhance geriatric care education.
Main Methods:
- Reviewed current nursing courses for gerontological content.
- Utilized a published list of suggested gerontological nursing topics as a benchmark.
- Formulated specific recommendations for curriculum revision.
Main Results:
- Identified gaps in gerontological nursing content within the existing curriculum.
- Developed a targeted plan for integrating essential geriatric topics.
- Proposed specific content areas for inclusion and enhancement.
Conclusions:
- Nursing schools must increase gerontological nursing content to meet the needs of an aging population.
- Curriculum evaluation and revision are crucial for effective geriatric nurse training.
- Ongoing assessment is vital to ensure curriculum effectiveness and student preparedness.
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