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  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Patient Comfort Studies
  • Healthcare Quality Improvement

Background:

  • Hospitalization can cause suffering and discomfort for the elderly.
  • Addressing the unique needs and experiences of older adults is crucial for their well-being.
  • Nurses play a vital role in promoting comfort for hospitalized elderly patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore nursing interventions that enhance comfort among elderly individuals in hospital settings.
  • To identify key factors influencing the comfort of hospitalized older adults.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods descriptive exploratory study was conducted.
  • Data collected via questionnaires from 55 elderly patients in a public hospital in Lisbon.
  • Intentional non-probabilistic sampling was employed.

Main Results:

  • Participants reported a moderate level of comfort (5.65 ± 6.46).
  • Content analysis revealed four main categories of interventions: physical, psycho-spiritual, socio-cultural, and environmental.
  • These interventions are crucial for improving the comfort of elderly patients.

Conclusions:

  • Nursing interventions should prioritize the individuality of elderly patients.
  • Support activities, empowerment, and environmental adjustments are key to enhancing comfort.
  • Care must be tailored to the specific needs, expectations, preferences, and values of each elderly individual.