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Social repercussions experienced by elderly with venous ulcer
Aline Cristiane de Sousa Azevedo Aguiar1, Dora Sadigursky1, Lucas Amaral Martins1
1Universidade Federal da Bahia (UFBA), Departamento de Enfermagem, Programa de Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem. Salvador, Bahia, Brasil.
Revista Gaucha De Enfermagem
|November 17, 2016
Summary
Elderly individuals with venous leg ulcers face social prejudice and shame due to their chronic wounds. Addressing these social consequences requires a holistic and humanized approach in patient care.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Social Sciences
- Wound Care
Background:
- Venous leg ulcers significantly impact the quality of life for elderly patients.
- Chronic wounds in older adults can lead to profound social and psychological distress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the social consequences experienced by elderly individuals suffering from venous leg ulcers.
- To understand the lived experiences of older adults with chronic wounds.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, exploratory qualitative study was conducted.
- Semi-structured interviews were performed with eight elderly participants in Bahia, Brazil.
- Thematic content analysis (Bardin) was used for data interpretation.
Main Results:
- Elderly patients with venous leg ulcers reported experiencing prejudice and discrimination.
- Participants expressed feelings of embarrassment and shame related to their chronic wounds.
- The physical manifestation of wounds led to social isolation and a sense of being different.
Conclusions:
- Chronic wounds carry significant social implications and contribute to human suffering in the elderly.
- Effective care for older adults with venous leg ulcers necessitates specialized skills and a humanized approach from nursing staff.
- Addressing the social and emotional needs is crucial for comprehensive wound management.
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