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Radiologic technologists' responses to elderly patients

L K Rarey1

  • 1American Society of Radiologic Technologists, Communications Department, Albuquerque, NM 87123-3917, USA.

Radiologic Technology
|August 8, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Radiologic technologists show bias toward older patients. A survey revealed negative stereotypes and a need for improved education to better serve the growing elderly population in healthcare.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric radiology
  • Medical imaging workforce studies

Background:

  • The population aged 65 and older is increasing in the United States.
  • Radiologic technologists (RTs) need to adapt their practices for an aging patient demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess radiologic technologists' (RTs) attitudes and biases towards elderly patients.
  • To explore RTs' experiences with death and dying in their professional practice.
  • To identify educational needs for RTs working with geriatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to radiologic technologists (RTs) in California.
  • The survey compared RTs' responses to scenarios involving elderly versus younger patients.
  • Technologists were also questioned about their experiences with death and dying.

Main Results:

  • Survey responses indicated stereotypical thinking and negative biases among RTs regarding older patients.
  • A significant portion of RTs reported experiences with death and dying.
  • The findings suggest a gap in training and awareness regarding geriatric care.

Conclusions:

  • Radiologic technologists (RTs) exhibit biases towards older patients, necessitating targeted interventions.
  • Further education and training are crucial for RTs to provide equitable and sensitive care to the aging population.
  • Addressing these biases can improve the quality of care for geriatric patients in diagnostic imaging.

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