The effects of a foot and toenail care protocol for older adults

Autor:	Diana T.F. Lee, Man-wai Leung, Edward M. F. Leung, Helen Y.L. Chan, Kwok-man Lai, Irene K.Y. Wong, Chui-wah Man
Rok vydání:	2011
Předmět:	Protocol (science) Aged 80 and over Male medicine.medical_specialty business.industry Foot Hygiene Shoes Distress Nursing care plan Physical medicine and rehabilitation Nails Patient Satisfaction Physical therapy medicine Humans Female Toenail care business Gerontology Foot care Foot (unit) Aged
Zdroj:	Geriatric nursing (New York, N.Y.). 33(6)
ISSN:	1528-3984
Popis:	Foot and toenail problems are prevalent among older adults. The importance of foot care is often overlooked, however, because the associated problems are often considered to be minor. These "minor" problems often result in unnecessary distress and complications for older adults. This study aims to develop and examine the effects of a foot and toenail care protocol on promoting foot health in older adults. It includes a thorough assessment of foot health, footwear conditions, and specific self-care ability. On the basis of the assessment, an individualized nursing care plan was devised. It has been found that the implementation of the care protocol can help to increase the awareness of nurses and older adults with regard to foot health and that some foot and toenail problems can be identified earlier and better managed.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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