Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
2663654 | The Journal for Nurse Practitioners | 2014 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Older adults are increasing in number and as the population ages, the incidence and prevalence of age-associated diseases also increases. Older adults often present with dementia in many different areas of the health care continuum. This article describes the practices of a nonrandom, convenience sample of nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists in Texas whose scope of practice includes adults. The survey asked participants to identify their certification; to describe their practice and skill level and comfort in screening, evaluation, and management of patients with dementia; and to describe the types of practice sites and settings in which they practice.
Keywords
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Medicine and Dentistry (General)
Authors
Kathryn Daniel, Marcella Upshaw, Linda Plank, Jane Nunnelee,