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Nurses' experiences of the encounter with elder neglect
1Department of Gerontology, Faculty of Social Welfare & Health Sciences, University of Haifa, Haifa, Israel. twinters@research.haifa.ac.il
Summary
Nurses often encounter elder neglect but may lack awareness. This study explored nurses' perceptions of elder neglect, highlighting their crucial role and ethical challenges in geriatric care.
Area of Science:
- Geriatric Nursing
- Elder Abuse and Neglect
- Phenomenology
Background:
- Nurses are pivotal in identifying and addressing elder neglect.
- Awareness of their role in elder neglect encounters is crucial but often lacking.
- Understanding nurses' perspectives is key to improving interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the meanings nurses ascribe to elder neglect.
- To understand nurses' perceptions and professional experiences with elder neglect.
- To illuminate the significant role of nurses in addressing elder neglect.
Main Methods:
- Integrated literature review.
- Semistructured interviews with 30 Israeli nurses in geriatric care.
- Phenomenological data analysis of verbatim transcripts.
Main Results:
- Four themes emerged: external/internal neglect, professional/personal boundaries, responsibility ambiguity, and ethical dilemmas.
- Findings reveal consequences like increased ageist perceptions and behaviors.
- Nurses' experiences highlight the complexities of encountering elder neglect.
Conclusions:
- Nursing education must address elder mistreatment, particularly neglect.
- Training programs are needed to help nurses navigate ethical dilemmas in elder neglect cases.
- Enhanced awareness and education can empower nurses to combat elder neglect effectively.
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