Results: Although there has been minimal data collected on the effect of social determinants of health on visual impairment for older adults, more evidence is needed to show the influence of the social inequalities involved in the onset of low vision for the elderly population and to increase ...
Frailty is a state of vulnerability that reflects the slow and gradual loss of strength and energy over time that many older adults face in the last 3–5 years of life [6,7]. Recent publications call for greater public awareness [8,9] to empower older adults to implement holistic ...
To help improve the continuity of their care, older adults and their caregivers (whether family members, people outside the family, or both) can take an active part in their care. For example, they can learn more about what can interfere with continuity, how the h...
In 2004, 22% of Americans aged 65 years or older (about 8 million) used the Internet, and 66% of them performed online searches for health information. The Web, therefore, can serve as a useful medium to educate older adults on selected health topics. In this study, the researchers ...
older persons have to illness.[4]Older adults have reduced physiologic reserve involving the cardiac, respiratory, and renal systems, and the clinician must be able to discern when changes reflect normal aging, disease, or the potential for disease.[4]The care provider must also consider if the...
Sedentary time (ST) is an important risk factor for a variety of health outcomes in older adults. Consensus is needed on future research directions so that collaborative and timely efforts can be made globally to address this modifiable risk factor. In this review, we examined current literature...
The nurse is ideally placed to encourage the older person to discuss sexual worries and can easily correct any misconceptions. However, in order to do this effectively, he/she needs to have a good knowledge base about the topic. Nurses need to demonstrate empathy and understanding if the ...
With the increase in the population of older adults, there are likely to be global concerns regarding the health needs of this population. While medical science, public health, and other social factors have prolonged life expectancy, aging is accompanied by an increase in chronic illness and a ...
OTHER TOPICS IN THIS CHAPTER Continuity of Care for Older Adults Care Providers for Older Adults: Health Care Professionals Care Providers for Older Adults: Family and Friends Settings for Care for Older Adults Care of Older Adults in the Home Community-Based Adult Day Services...
These findings suggest that apixaban may be preferred for older adults with AF, particularly those with frailty. Introduction Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with significant morbidity and mortality in older adults.1-3 Despite the availability of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs),4-7 the use...