Did you know? Switzerland has the highest life expectancy out of all other countries, while Finland provides the best mental healthcare. If you are in geriatric nursing, these are tidbits of information that can help inspire us to provide quality care for our own patients. If you are working in a home care facility, planning […]

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Taking care of elderly people is never easy. Since they are more prone to infections (1), injuries, and changes in mental status, you have to be prepared and skilled when caring for them. If you are new to geriatric nursing, all these things can be intimidating and overwhelming. So, to help you out, here are […]

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I wrote much of my novel, South Eight, while taking a break after fourteen years in acute care, the first four as a bedside PCU nurse, the next ten as a hospitalist NP. I thought I was burned out, to use the classic phrase, for all the classic reasons — workload, documentation demands, night shifts, […]

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One of the key risk factors with elderly patients is malnutrition. It can be seen in hospitals, in residential care, and even in the community. The incidence of malnutrition ranges from 12% to 50% among the hospitalized elderly population and from 23% to 60% among institutionalized elderly. Poor nutrition in older adults is compounded by […]

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By 2040, the percentage of people living in the country who are older than 65 years old is expected to increase from 14.1% to 21.7%. This translates to more work opportunities, particularly for geriatric nurses. If you are interested in becoming one, below is a step-by-step guide on how to pursue a career in geriatric […]

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It is estimated that people with dementia have about 7 ½ hours of time each day to fill. It is a challenge for the elderly care provider to find fun activities that will fill some of those hours but also fit into the senior’s capability. Here are seven possible solutions: Music It has been proven […]

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When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. Working as a nurse in assisted living has always proven to be both rewarding and challenging. Close interaction with today’s seniors however can sometimes leave you speechless as I discovered late […]

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Exercise is a fundamental component of good health. It’s important for all seniors to get regular exercise that is safe and effective in promoting lasting wellness. However, seniors need to take more precautions than other age groups. The exercises they choose need to be low-impact so it doesn’t place too much strain on their joints. […]

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When you buy something using the links on our posts, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Learn more. The population is getting older and that means more and more vulnerable people to care for. In a recent report, it’s expected that all baby boomers will be older than 65 […]

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Arts and crafts have a long tradition of connecting generations. Quilting is no different. For hundreds of years, families have passed down the craft, signature patterns and plenty of stories to boot. Why quilting is a great activity for seniors Quilting requires crafters to use their entire brain, both the creative side and the analytical […]

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The idea of introducing pets to nursing homes or even letting them stay with the elders can easily make anyone feel uncomfortable. In reality, however, pets make a great companion. To healthy individuals, they can generate a happier, less stressful, and healthier lifestyle. For these exact same reasons, more and more nursing homes are starting […]

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Taking care of patients affected by dementia is an incredibly daunting task. You have to ensure their safety while making sure you provide activities that can stimulate them physically, mentally and emotionally. Without the right plan, there’s a good chance that you’ll feel overwhelmed for the rest of the day. To help you plan activities […]

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Geriatric nursing care is one of the most important fields in nursing. Providing nursing care to geriatric patients requires extra attention and compassion as they are physically and emotionally more sensitive due to old age. If you are just new to this field, the nursing care demands of elderly patients might overwhelm you at first. […]

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