Afza.Malik GDA 
Geriatric Nursing Fall Prevention Falls among older adults, particularly in acute care settings, are a significant concern due to the potential for severe injury or even fatality. Therefore, preventing falls and providing effective post-fall care are critical responsibilities for healthcare providers, especially nurses. This article discusses the aims and importance of fall prevention, strategies for … Read more
Issues Regarding Sexuality and Nursing Understanding Sexuality and Sexual Health: Age-Related Sexual Issues, Their Assessment, and Nursing Care. Patient Views Toward Sexuality. What Is Sexuality Sexuality is an inherent quality present in all human beings and plays a crucial role in an individual’s self-identity and overall well-being (Wallace, 2008). According to the World Health Organization … Read more
Nurse’s Role In Preventing Patient The Nurse’s Role in Preventing Hospital-Induced Harm or Iatrogenesis Understanding Iatrogenesis Iatrogenesis, originating from the Greek word “iatro” meaning healer, refers to harm caused unintentionally by a medical professional during patient care, which is not a part of the natural progression of the illness or injury. It is a prevalent … Read more
Family Care Giving for Older Adults Introduction As the world’s population ages, the field of geriatric nursing has gained significant importance in addressing the unique health needs of older adults. A critical aspect of geriatric care is the involvement of family caregivers, who often serve as the primary support system for frail elderly individuals. These … Read more
Cognitive Functions in Older Adults Cognitive Functions in Old Age and Nursing Management Assessment Methods, Screening Techniques, and Precautions for Evaluating Cognitive Functioning; Nursing Care for Cognitive Dysfunction Assessing Cognitive Function Cognitive functioning encompasses perception, memory, and thinking—the processes through which an individual perceives, recognizes, registers, stores, and utilizes information (Foreman & Vermeersch, 2004). Cognitive … Read more
Depression In Older Adults and Nursing Aging and Depression Contrary to popular belief, depression is not a normal part of aging. Rather, depression is a medical disorder that causes suffering for patients and their families, interferes with a person’s ability to function, exacerbates coexisting medical illnesses, and increases the use of health services (Lebowitz, 1996). … Read more
Prevent Functional Decline in Older Adults Assessment, Promotion, Examination, Risk Factors, Social Climate, and Support for Functional Decline in Older Adults and Geriatric Nursing Assessment of Functional Decline Functional decline is a common complication in hospitalized older adults, even among those with good baseline function (Gill, Allore, Gahbauer, & Murphy, 2010). Loss of physical function … Read more
Delirium Causes Risk Factors Delirium is a common but potentially preventable syndrome, particularly among hospitalized older adults. It is one of the major contributors to poor health outcomes and a leading cause of increased morbidity, mortality, and institutionalization in this population (Siddiqi, House, & Holmes, 2006). Nursing interventions, early recognition, and management strategies are crucial … Read more
Dementia Its Assessment and Management Understanding Dementia Dementia is a clinical syndrome characterized by a decline in cognitive function, impacting memory and other cognitive domains, such as attention, executive function, language, and visuospatial skills (American Psychiatric Association, 2000). Beyond cognitive disruptions, dementia is associated with a gradual decline in daily functioning, mood, and behavior. It … Read more
Technology in Nursing Impact of Technology on Nursing Education Technology and Educational Innovations in Nursing The landscape of teaching in nursing education has undergone significant transformation with the integration of new technologies. However, the rapid adoption of these technologies in the past has often occurred without adequate planning or understanding of their pedagogical implications, leading … Read more