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Rethinking geriatric nursing

T Fulmer¹, I L Abraham

¹Division of Nursing, New York University, New York, New York 10012- 1165, USA.

The Nursing Clinics of North America

|August 28, 1998

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Geriatric nursing has evolved from custodial care to proactive, evidence-based practice. This shift emphasizes anticipatory interventions within interdisciplinary teams for improved elder care.

Area of Science:

Gerontology
Nursing Science
Healthcare Management

Background:

Geriatric nursing has undergone significant transformation over the last 20 years.
The practice has shifted from a passive, custodial model to a more dynamic, patient-centered approach.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a concise overview of the evolving paradigms in geriatric nursing.
To highlight the new thinking and strategies influencing current geriatric nursing practice.

Main Methods:

Review of recent advancements and conceptual shifts in geriatric nursing.
Discussion of active interventions within an interdisciplinary framework.

Main Results:

Geriatric nursing now incorporates anticipatory, evidence-based, and proactive strategies.

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Interdisciplinary collaboration is central to modern geriatric care delivery.

Conclusions:

The evolution of geriatric nursing reflects a commitment to higher quality elder care.
Proactive and evidence-based practices are essential for addressing the complex needs of older adults.