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Caring for older people experiencing agitation.

Caring for older people experiencing agitation.

Authors :
Pritchard, Jane Caroline
Brighty, Ami
Source :
Nursing Standard. 3/25/2015, Vol. 29 Issue 30, p49-58. 10p.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

Agitation commonly affects older adults, particularly those living in care homes and in hospital settings. Agitation can be distressing to experience, may be associated with poorer health outcomes and can present a challenge to staff in keeping the person and those around them safe. This article examines why agitation can occur in older people and discusses current best practice, focusing on communication and non-pharmaceutical interventions. Agitation is commonly associated with dementia and delirium. This article indicates how these conditions can affect the older person and their interactions with the surrounding environment. A case study is used to illustrate application in practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00296570
Volume :
29
Issue :
30
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Nursing Standard
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
103780536
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.29.30.49.e9693