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Removing communication barriers for the hearing-impaired elderly
Medsurg Nursing : Official Journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
|October 1, 1995
Summary
Hearing loss significantly impacts older adults, but assistive technologies and nursing support can improve communication. Nurses are key in identifying hearing loss and connecting patients with resources to manage its effects.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Audiology
- Nursing
Background:
- Hearing impairment is a prevalent disability among the elderly population.
- Communication challenges associated with hearing loss can lead to social isolation and reduced quality of life.
- Existing technologies and services offer potential solutions for mitigating communication barriers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of hearing impairment in older adults.
- To underscore the role of assistive technologies and services in communication.
- To emphasize the crucial role of nurses in addressing hearing loss in geriatric patients.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on hearing impairment in older adults.
- Analysis of available communication technologies and support services.
- Examination of nursing interventions for patients with hearing loss.
Main Results:
- Hearing impairment is a major health concern for the aging population.
- Technological and service-based interventions can substantially aid communication.
- Nurses are pivotal in early identification and patient education.
Conclusions:
- Addressing hearing impairment in older adults requires a multi-faceted approach.
- Technological advancements and dedicated nursing care are essential for improving communication.
- Early identification and intervention by nurses can significantly reduce the negative consequences of hearing loss.