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Age and health perceptions among elderly blacks.

M A Smith, H M Plawecki, B Houser

    Journal of Gerontological Nursing
    |November 1, 1991
    PubMed
    Summary

    By 2000, 20% of the elderly will be minorities. Understanding the unique health perspectives of Black elderly individuals is crucial for healthcare providers to improve care and gain insights into their coping strategies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Minority Health
    • Healthcare Disparities

    Background:

    • By 2000, minority groups, including 3 million Black individuals aged 65+, will constitute 20% of the elderly population.
    • Healthcare providers often lack understanding of minority perspectives, impacting health and illness behaviors of underserved populations.
    • Self-perception of physical/mental abilities and health status influences an individual's willingness to seek and accept healthcare.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the perceptions of aging and health among the Black elderly population.
    • To identify how nurses can effectively interact with and understand the health beliefs of Black elderly individuals.
    • To gather insights into the coping mechanisms utilized by this demographic.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative interaction with Black elderly individuals.
    • Focus on perceptions of age and health.
    • Exploration of patient-provider interactions.

    Main Results:

    • Direct interaction allows nurses to show personal interest.
    • Gathering pertinent health-related data is facilitated through engagement.
    • Insights into long-term coping strategies of the Black elderly can be gained.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding the minority perspective is vital for effective healthcare delivery to the Black elderly.
    • Nurses can improve care by engaging with elderly Black patients about their health perceptions.
    • This approach enhances data collection and understanding of patient resilience.

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