Old is a three-letter word.
Even the most experienced gerontological nurse can learn a few things from the knowledge gleaned first hand by an aging professional who suffered a stroke and endured the long come-back through therapy. This anecdotal article provides a different viewpoint for those entrusted with the care of the elderly and provides tips for effectively dealing with some of the more prevalent problems nurses face when working with old people.
Cunningham
Margery
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D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000368:Aged / Q000523:psychology*; D000375:Aging / Q000502:physiology / Q000523:psychology; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D001294:Attitude to Health; D015577:Geriatric Assessment; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D011287:Prejudice; D020521:Stroke / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*