title: Elder Self-Neglect: Education is Needed.
abstract: Self-neglect is characterized by poor hygiene, unsanitary living conditions, and inattention to basic and healthcare needs. Adequate education for healthcare professionals is vital to help them recognize the phenomenon of self-neglect. Interventions to assist clients who self-neglect may help to improve their quality of life and reduce their risk of declining health status. This article provides information on what is known about the scope and prevalence of self-neglect, implications for home care clinicians, and suggestions for promoting educational opportunities for home care clinicians.
authors: Yvonne O'Connell Johnson, PhD, RN, is an Associate Dean of Health Sciences, Surry Community College, Dobson, North Carolina.
authors: Yvonne OʼConnell
authors: YO
authors: Johnson
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D004552:Elder Abuse; D015577:Geriatric Assessment; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012648:Self Care