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Geriatric rehabilitation

T Tempkin1, A Tempkin, H Goodman

  • 1California Rehabilitation Consultants, Sacramento, USA.

Nurse Practitioner Forum
|June 1, 1997
PubMed
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The U.S. population is aging rapidly, with a significant increase in older adults. Healthcare providers, especially nurse practitioners, must distinguish normal aging from disease to ensure appropriate care for the elderly.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Nursing Practice

Background:

  • The United States is experiencing a demographic shift towards an aging population.
  • The number of individuals over 85 is projected to quadruple, increasing the prevalence of age-related health conditions.
  • Elderly individuals will constitute a substantial portion of healthcare visits, necessitating specialized knowledge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the growing need for healthcare providers to manage an aging population.
  • To emphasize the importance of differentiating normal aging from pathological conditions in older adults.
  • To guide nurse practitioners in evaluating and treating elderly patients effectively.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on demographic trends and aging.

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  • Analysis of healthcare utilization patterns among the elderly.
  • Discussion of clinical approaches for assessing older patients.

    • Main Results:

    • A significant increase in the elderly population is projected.
    • Advancing age correlates with a higher likelihood of disabling conditions.
    • Healthcare providers will increasingly encounter elderly patients requiring specialized care.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurse practitioners will play a crucial role in geriatric care.
    • Distinguishing normal aging from disease is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
    • Promoting healthy aging and preserving function are key to elderly patient care.