Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Abstract

Dementia in Nepal: Early Recognition Knowledge, Management Barriers and Practices of Registered Nurses - A Pilot Study

Pathak KP* and Gaire T

Background: Nursing staffs working in private nursing homes may not have the same degree of access to support and education on the dementia early recognition knowledge, management barriers and practices. Early recognition and undetected dementia in nursing home is a global problem. Since nurses can act as the first step in the identification process, management and care and help us to enhance the currently low recognition rates.

Aim: The aim of this research was to examine the early recognition knowledge, barriers and practices concerning registered nurses’ management and care.

Methods: A purposive sampling approach with 44 registered nurses using structured multiple-choice questionnaire covering demographic questions, knowledge, management and caring barriers in the newly established nursing homes.

Results: Knowledge of Nurses with regard to the diagnosis, management and care of dementia was unsatisfactory (mean=3.54, SD=1.82). The care and management of patients with dementia in nursing homes settings is a challenge in current health care delivery.

Conclusion: Educational programs and health care policies that can help increase awareness of dementia in nursing practice, management and care to improve the care provided to dementia-afflicted people of Nepal.

Published Date: 2020-06-19; Received Date: 2020-04-16