Nurse Experience and Challenges of Dementia Care in Acute Settings: A Qualitative Study

Addis, Gulen and Evan, Donna (2024) Nurse Experience and Challenges of Dementia Care in Acute Settings: A Qualitative Study. Nursing Older People. ISSN 1472-0795

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Abstract

Background: Acute hospital admission rates for people living with dementia are far higher than those without it. Dementia care in acute settings has its own challenges. Aim: The study aims to explore the experience and challenges for nurses caring for people living with dementia in an acute setting. Method: This qualitative research used semi-structure interviews. Eight registered nurses working in an acute NHS Trust discussed their experiences. Findings: Three main themes were developed from the thematic analysis: attributes of dementia care; planning care effectively; and education and training needs for staff. Participants highlighted the importance of person-centred care and the difficulties of providing this due to staff shortages which resulted frustration, exhaustion, upset and stress. Conclusion: Additional time is needed for nurses to improve skills and training. Family and carer involvement is important to provide good care for people living with dementia.

Item Type:	Article
Keywords:	dementia, acute care, nursing, semi-structured interviews, qualitative
Depositing User:	RED Unit Admin
Date Deposited:	18 Dec 2024 12:55
Last Modified:	18 Dec 2024 13:18
URI:	https://bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/19542

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