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Individualized care for frail elders: theory and practice

M B Happ, C C Williams, N E Strumpf

Journal of Gerontological Nursing

|March 1, 1996

Summary

Individualized care for frail elders involves an interdisciplinary approach recognizing unique needs and fostering relationships. Key elements include knowing the person, choice, and participation, even for cognitively impaired individuals.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Nursing Science
Healthcare Management

Background:

Frail elders require specialized care approaches.
The concept of individualized care is central to geriatric nursing.
Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential for holistic elder care.

Observation:

Individualized care for frail elders is an interdisciplinary approach.
It acknowledges elders as unique individuals.
Consistent caring relationships are fundamental.

Findings:

Four critical attributes of individualized care: knowing the person, relationship, choice, and participation.
Cognitively impaired elders can direct their care.
Staff knowledge of past patterns and behavioral observation are key methods.

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Implications:

This approach enhances the quality of life for frail elders.
It promotes autonomy and dignity in care.
Effective implementation requires trained staff and supportive healthcare systems.