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Elder abuse in Canada and Australia: implications for nurses

C Trevitt1, E Gallagher

  • 1School of Nursing, University of Canberra, Belconnen, Australia.

International Journal of Nursing Studies
|December 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Registered nurses in Canada and Australia lack knowledge and skills to identify and manage elder abuse. This study highlights a critical gap in preparedness for addressing this growing issue among aging populations.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Nursing
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Elder abuse is a growing concern, gaining prominence as a form of family violence.
  • Increasing aging populations in Canada and Australia heighten the need for elder abuse awareness.
  • An estimated 4% of the elderly population in Canada and Australia experience abuse.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess registered nurses' knowledge, skills, and comfort levels in identifying and intervening in elder abuse cases.
  • To compare the preparedness of nurses in Canada and Australia to manage elder abuse.

Main Methods:

  • A research project surveyed a sample of registered nurses in Canada and Australia.
  • The study focused on nurses' knowledge of abuse types, recognition skills, and comfort in counseling and intervention.

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Main Results:

  • Nurses in both countries demonstrated insufficient knowledge regarding the types of elder abuse.
  • Registered nurses reported low comfort and skill levels when dealing with elder abuse situations.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses in Canada and Australia are not adequately prepared to identify, intervene in, or manage elder abuse.
  • There is a significant need for improved education and training for nurses on elder abuse