Nurses perception about older persons experiencing social isolation in residential care setting [thesis]
Year: 2011
Type: dissertation
Abstract: The nurse’s experiences of social isolation among their residents at the study site were explored through a descriptive qualitative research approach. A search of literature conducted indicated a dearth of published work on this topic, especially in Irish context. A focus group meeting attended by four of the nurses produced information that was further explored during the subsequence six semi-structured interviews which were audio-taped and later transcribed verbatim. Colazizzi (1978) framework of data analysis was used to arrive at the three main findings of the study which are; \n \nSocial isolation; a deterrent to quality of life among the older persons \n \nSocial intervention; a cost effective non-pharmacological therapy \n \nEducational needs of the nurses working with the older persons \nThe study findings confirm the existence of social isolation at the study site. The possible causes, clinical features as well as interventions were highlighted. Nurses have significant role in the identification, management and prevention of social isolation. Yes, nurses have constraints in their performance of social intervention programmes. The need for retraining of the nurses will enhance performance of a nursing role capable of facilitating healthy ageing process.
Author: Iyabo Olaniyan
Language: English
Subfield: Geriatrics and Gerontology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1740350722