Teaching the older patient in the home assessment and adaptation.
The proportion of older patients in the home care and hospice nurses' caseload is increasing. This article focuses on specific assessment and OASIS items to consider when implementing teaching interventions for older patients. Teaching strategies and adaptations are suggested for each assessment area.
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William Paterson University, Department of Nursing, Wayne, New Jersey, USA. cbarry34@aol.com
D000222:Adaptation, Physiological; D000368:Aged; D000375:Aging / Q000502:physiology; D004522:Educational Status; D016330:Frail Elderly; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans