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Dementia friendly in the context of hospitalization: A concept analysis using the Walker & Avant Method
Ellen Munsterman1, Adriana Perez1, Nancy Hodgson1
1University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Aim(S):
To evaluate the literature to inform and propose a conceptual definition for dementia friendly in the context of hospitalization.
Methods:
The Walker & Avant method for concept analysis was utilized for this review.
Data Sources (Include Search Dates):
Initial search conducted June 2022. Repeated search conducted in February 2023. Databases for the literature search include Scopus, PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and AGELINE.
Results:
Five attributes of the concept of dementia friendly in the context of hospitalization were identified including: staff knowledge/education, environmental modification, person-centred care, nursing care delivery and inclusion of family caregivers. Based on these attributes a conceptual definition is proposed.
Conclusion:
A clarified definition for dementia friendly in the context of hospitalization will aid in understanding the concept, provide guidance for hospitals seeking to implement dementia-friendly interventions and benefit researchers aiming to study the impact of such programs. REPORTING METHOD: n/a.
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