Introduction To Gerontological Nursing: - Jerald I. Corpuz, RN

Introduction to
GERONTOLOGICAL
NURSING
-JERALD I. CORPUZ, RN
Definition of Terms
GERONTOLOGY- used to define
the study of aging and/or the
aged.
- psychological aspects
-cognitive aspects
-biologic aspects
Definition of Terms
GERIATRICS- used as a generic term
relating to medical care of the aged.
-medical specialty that focuses on
health care of elderly people.
-GOALS:
a. Promote Health
b. Prevention of Disease
c. Treating Diseases and Disabilities
Definition of Terms
SOCIAL GERONTOLOGY- mainly
concerned with the social aspects of
aging versus biological or
psychological.
GOAL:
-help older adults improve their
communication and interactions with
others.
Definition of Terms
GEROPSYCHOLOGY- branch of
psychology concerned with helping
older persons and their families
maintaining well-being, overcome
problems, and achieve maximum
potential during later life.
-seeks to address the concerns of
the older adults.
Definition of Terms
GEROPHARMACOLOGY- study of
pharmacology as it relates to older
adults.
FINANCIAL GERONTOLOGY- an
emerging subfields that combines
knowledge of financial planning
and services with a special expertise
in the needs of older adults
Definition of Terms
GERONTOLOGICAL REHABILITATION
NURSING- combines expertise in
gerontological nursing with rehabilitation
concepts and practice.
GERONTOLOGICAL NURSING- falls within
the discipline of nursing and the scope of
nursing practice.
- advocating for the health of the older
persons at all levels of prevention.
- from time of “old age” until death.
History of Gerontologic Nursing
The history of gerontological nursing is rich in diversity and
experiences, as is the population it serves. No matter where
the nurses practice, they will at some time in their career care
for older adults.
The health care movement is constantly increasing life
expectancy; therefore, nurses must expect to care for
relatively larger numbers of older people over the next
decades. With the increasing numbers of acute and chronic
health conditions experienced by elders, nurses are in key
positions to provide disease prevention and health promotion,
and to promote positive aging.
History of Gerontologic Nursing
*1904- American Journal of Nursing (AJN)
publishes first generic article by an RN
*1925- AJN considers Geriatric Nursing as a
potential specialty.
*1970- ANA creates the Standards of Practice for
Geriatric Nursing.
*1973- ANA offers the 1st generalist certification
in gerontological nursing (74 nurses certified)
Roles of Gerontological Nurse
• PROVIDER OF CARE
- the nurse gives direct, hands-on
care to an older adults in a variety
of settings.
-the nurse must be educated with
the disease process and common
syndromes
• TEACHER
-nurses focus their teaching on
modifiable risk factors and health
promotion
-lifestyle modifications
-educate about ways to decrease
the risk of certain disorders
• MANAGER
-balance the concerns of the patient,
family, nursing, and the rest of the
interdisciplinary teams.
-leadership, time management,
building relationship,
communication, and managing
change.
• ADVOCATE
- nurse acts on behalf of older adults
to promote their best interest and
strengthen their autonomy and
decision making.
-empowering older adults to remain
independent and retain dignity.
• RESEARCH CONSUMER
- nurses must remain acreast of
current research literature, and
putting them into practice.
-thru EBP, nurses can improve the
quality of patient care in all
settings.
ATTITUDES TOWARD AGING AND
OLDER ADULTS
As a nursing student, you may have preconceived ideas
about caring for older adults. Such ideas are influenced by
your observations of family members, friends, neighbors, and
the media, and your own experience with older adults.
The way you view aging and older adults is often a product
of your environment and the experiences to which you have
been exposed.
Negative attitudes toward aging or older adults (ageism)
often arise in the same way, from negative experiences.

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