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Nursing students' attitudes toward ageism in Turkey
Yasemin Yildirim Usta1, Yurdanur Demir, Melike Yönder
1Abant Izzet Baysal University, Bolu School of Nursing, Department of Medical Nursing, Golkoy Campus, 14280 Bolu, Turkey. yildirim_y@ibu.edu.tr
Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics
|March 1, 2011
Summary
Turkish nursing students
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Ageism is a significant concern in healthcare.
- Understanding nursing students' attitudes toward aging is crucial for quality elder care.
- Factors influencing these attitudes require investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the attitudes of Turkish nursing students toward ageism.
- To identify factors influencing ageism views among these students.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study was conducted with 145 Turkish nursing students.
- Data were collected using a Student Description Form and the Ageism Attitude Scale (AAS).
- Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Kruskal Wallis Test, and Mann-Whitney U-test.
Main Results:
- The average age of participants was 20.10 ± 3.52 years.
- 63.4% had completed coursework in elderly health.
- Students who completed elderly health courses and had positive family experiences with elders showed more positive attitudes toward aging.
Conclusions:
- Nursing students' attitudes toward ageism are influenced by their educational background and personal experiences with the elderly.
- Targeted educational interventions focusing on gerontology can foster more positive attitudes towards aging in future nurses.
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