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Disturbing behaviors in demented elders: a concept synthesis
1Department of Nursing, Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18766, USA.
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|August 1, 1995
Summary
Researchers used concept synthesis to identify five behavioral clusters in elders with dementia. These findings help clarify nursing perspectives on disturbing behaviors in dementia care.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Nursing Science
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Dementia often manifests with disturbing behaviors.
- Understanding these behaviors is crucial for effective elder care.
- Existing classifications may not fully capture the nursing perspective.
Purpose of the Study:
- To apply concept synthesis to identify and categorize disturbing behaviors in demented elders.
- To develop a nursing-centered framework for understanding these behaviors.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Walker and Avant's concept synthesis methodology.
- Analyzed and clustered observed behaviors in elderly dementia patients.
Main Results:
- Identified five distinct behavioral clusters: Aggressive Psychomotor Behavior, Nonaggressive Psychomotor Behavior, Verbally Aggressive Behavior, Passive Behavior, and Functionally Impaired Behavior.
- These clusters provide a structured way to view complex behaviors.
Conclusions:
- Concept synthesis offers a valuable tool for clarifying nursing perspectives on dementia-related behaviors.
- The identified behavioral clusters can inform nursing interventions and care strategies for demented elders.