Gerontology & Geriatric Research

Department of Nursing, Innovative College Of Health Science, Kathmandu, Nepal

Biography

Dr. Gaire T is currently working at Department of Nursing, Innovative College Of Health Science, Kathmandu Nepal and his research interest includes Aging, Dementia, Elderly, Alzheimer’s Disease, Elder Psychology, Geriatric Research, Social Sciences.

Publications

• Research Article   
  Dementia in Nepal: Early Recognition Knowledge, Management Barriers and Practices of Registered Nurses - A Pilot Study
  Author(s): 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... View more»
  

  DOI: 10.35248/2167-7182.20.9.512

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