Overview
As in the whole world, there is an increase in the elderly population in the TRNC. However, no systematic care is provided for the registration and follow-up of elderly individuals. In this study, it is aimed to determine the health care needs of the elderly with a systematic method with the Omaha Classification System (OSS), which is used in the home care system in the world and in Turkey, and to examine the effectiveness of the nursing interventions applied according to the health care needs of the elderly people. With this method, it is thought that the continuity of monitoring and monitoring the health care needs of elderly individuals with a systematic approach will be ensured.
Description
As in the whole world, there is an increase in the elderly population in the TRNC. However, no systematic care is provided for the registration and follow-up of elderly individuals. In this study, it is aimed to determine the health care needs of the elderly with a systematic method with the Omaha Classification System (OSS), which is used in the home care system in the world and in Turkey, and to examine the effectiveness of the nursing interventions applied according to the health care needs of the elderly people. With this method, it is thought that the continuity of monitoring and monitoring the health care needs of elderly individuals with a systematic approach will be ensured.
Thus, it will be ensured that nursing interventions for the health care needs of elderly individuals are planned and implemented, and the nursing interventions applied for the field of health behaviors they live will be planned. In line with the data to be obtained as a result of the research, it is aimed to establish a system that will provide an opportunity to provide quality nursing care aimed at improving the health of the elderly, which is an important area of public health nurses in the TRNC.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- 65 years old self care
Exclusion Criteria:
- comminication barrier mentally handicapped