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Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine
ISSN 2333-7214 · SAGE Publishing · 777 articles in the index
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Efficacy of Installation of Temporary Bathing Transfer Aids by Older Adults
Grab bars facilitate bathing and reduce the risk of falls during bathing. Suction cup handholds and rim-mounted tub rails are an alternative to grab bars. The objective of this study was to determine whether older adults could install handholds and tub rails effectively to support bathing…
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Exploring Family Caregivers’ Likelihood of Adopting a Novel App That Connects Care Teams of Persons Living With Dementia: A Mixed-Methods Study
Family caregivers of persons living with dementia (PLWD) are often expected to coordinate and manage all aspects of a loved one’s day-to-day care across settings with limited modern, user-friendly resources to support them. We developed CareMOBI, a mHealth app prototype that aims to support…
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The Burden of Managing Medicines for Older People With Sensory Impairment: An Ethnographic-Informed Study
Background: Older age is associated with increased prevalence of sensory impairment and use of medicines. Objectives: To explore the daily “medicine journey” of older people with sensory impairment. Methods: The study used ethnographic-informed methods (using audio-, photo- and video-recordings…
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Influence of Personality on Geriatric Rehabilitation Outcomes in Cauda Equina Syndrome Case
Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) becomes more common as the population ages, making diagnosis challenging and leading to underdiagnosis and poor management. Person-centered care is crucial for successful rehabilitation outcomes, and patient’s personality influences it. Female, 77 years old, diagnosed…
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Bridging the Gap: A Comparative Analysis of Healthcare Quality Perceptions Between the Older People and Healthcare Providers
In our study aimed at improving the healthcare system for the aging population, we compared healthcare quality evaluations between 96 older individuals and 30 healthcare providers in Split-Dalmatia County (Croatia). Using nonparametric analyses such as the Mann-Whitney and Wilcoxon tests on Likert…
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Does Dietary Intake Differ in Kidney Failure Patients With Sarcopenia and Frailty Treated by Hemodialysis
Background: Inadequate nutrition is common for both sarcopenia and frailty. We investigated whether hemodialysis patients with sarcopenia and frailty have reduced dietary intakes. Methods: Dietary intake, and physical activity were analyzed, along with body composition and relevant clinical data…
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Prevalence Rates of Diabetic Retinopathy and Undiagnosed Diabetes Among Delaware Nursing Home and Assisted Living Facility Residents
Objectives: To determine the prevalence of diabetic retinopathy and undiagnosed diabetes among Delaware nursing home and assisted care facility residents. Methods: This cross-sectional study involved the statistical analysis of comprehensive eye examination records of 2,063 nursing home residents…
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Comparison of Quantile Regression and Gaussian (-scores) Percentiles to BSA in Growth Charts With a Pakistani Population
Introduction: In the current study, we construct growth charts of body surface area (BSA) for adults using the quantile regression (QR) approach and growth charts of different Gaussian Percentiles ( Z -scores) against age. Methods: A cross-sectional data consisting of 3,473 individuals aged 5 or…
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Well-Being Outcomes from the Delivery of , a Group Activity Intervention Using Nature-Focused Livestream Broadcasts
Group activities and connection with nature are associated with improved well-being for older adults. This quasi-experiment tests the effectiveness of RASCALs , an innovative program of group activities using nature-focused livestream broadcasts. Assisted living residents in the experimental group…
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Association Between Ego-Resilience and Social Isolation Among Urban Older People
Social isolation among older adults affects their physical and mental health. Ego-resilience is associated with flexible adaptation to various environments and acceptable behaviors. However, its association with social isolation among older people is unclear. Therefore, a health survey was…
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The Acceptability of a Community-Based Perturbation-Based Balance Training to Older Adults and Healthcare Professionals
Background: Perturbation-based balance training (PBT) is a promising fall risk reduction method that involves inducing unexpected perturbations to balance to train participants reactive balance control. Due to the unpredictable nature of PBT, its acceptability to older adults could present a…
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Improving Hurricane Preparedness Among Galveston County Older Adults: Description of a Successful Community-Based Quality Improvement Model
Older adults are at high risk of experiencing injury, exacerbations of their chronic conditions, and death when evacuations are ordered because of hurricanes or natural disasters. The Homebound seniors residing in Galveston County are at a particularly high risk of morbidity and mortality during…
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Monkeypox Emergence Post-COVID: Insight into Egyptian Older Adult’s Awareness, Concern, and Mental Health
Aim: To identify Egyptian older adults’ awareness, concerns, and mental health about the monkeypox outbreak. Background: In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, monkeypox disease is receiving more attention. The monkeypox virus outbreak has posed a global concern, especially to older adults with…
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Physical Activity and Neuropsychological Functioning in Older Adults
Research has identified a positive relationship between physical activity and neuropsychological functioning across the lifespan. The present study further examined the relationship between physical activity, depression, anxiety, and cognitive functioning in community-dwelling older adults (ages…
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Development of the “Social Participation Barriers in Patients With Diabetes” Questionnaire for Older Patients With Diabetes and Evaluation of its Reliability and Validity
Objectives: To develop a questionnaire for evaluating the factors hindering social participation in older patients with diabetes (the Social Participation Barriers in Patients with Diabetes [SPBD] questionnaire) and assess its reliability and validity. Materials and Methods: This is a…
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Understanding Pandemic Increases in Long-Stay Psychotropic Prescribing for Dementia Symptoms: A Survey of Nursing Home Clinicians
Objective: To explore the perceptions of nursing home (NH) clinicians regarding factors underpinning known increases in psychotropic prescribing over the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods : Three iterative online surveys were fielded to Virginia NH prescribing clinicians (11/2021–6/2022) to assess their…
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“I Like the Feeling of Connecting With People”: A Mixed-Methods Study of Nursing Assistants Experiences Across the Care Continuum
Nursing assistants (NAs) are critical professionals across the long-term care continuum. Despite the demands of NAs, these frontline personnel experience workplace challenges and turnover at a disproportionate rate compared to other professionals. Much research has explored the experiences of…
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Exploring Post-COVID-19 Functional Outcomes in Residents in Long-Term Care Homes in British Columbia, Canada
Research on functional outcomes in long-term care (LTC) home residents after COVID-19 infection is limited. In the current study, we examined outcomes in 1,310 LTC residents with a positive COVID-19 test in the period from March 2020 to April 2022 (“COVID” group). We also reviewed outcomes in…
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Serum Albumin as Prognostic Marker for Older Adults in Hospital and Community Settings
Serum albumin, known for its multifaceted role in health, is hypothesized to serve as a prognostic marker for older adults, both in hospital and community settings. Nine studies were included in the review, revealing consistent associations between low serum albumin levels and increased mortality…
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“Homeless Life to Hopeful Life of Elderly Beggars”-: Before and After Rehabilitation: A Qualitative Approach
This qualitative study explores the experiences of elderly beggars who transitioned from a life of homelessness to a hopeful life through rehabilitation programs. The aim is to gain insights into their lived experiences, challenges faced during their homeless phase, and the transformative effects…