older adults

Implementing evidence-based practice in long-term care

Long-term care (LTC) facilities are faced with many care hurdles, including a growing geriatric population, complexities associated with chronic conditions, and an insufficient workforce. Evidence-based practices (EBPs) facilitated…

Improving hypertension self-management in older adults

Nonadherence to antihypertensive medications and lifestyle modifications is a major cause of poorly controlled hypertension in older adults. Nurses can improve medication adherence in older adults by fostering…
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Seven reversible causes of dementia in older adults

Some causes of dementia can be reversed through proper identification, intervention, and treatment. Nurses play an essential role in improving the lives of many older adults by recognizing…

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