Abstract
Aim: The aim of the study was to explore nurses' perceptions of their role in rehabilitation of the older person. Method: Nine participants were interviewed in two rehabilitation units in Ireland. Data were transcribed and analysed using Colaizzi's (1978) framework. Findings: Three main themes emerged: care delivery, collaboration and autonomy/empowerment. Conclusion: Nurses have an important role in the rehabilitation of older people, which is often undervalued and ill-defined. Nurses need to recognise and articulate their contribution and value.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 33-38 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Volume | 24 |
| No. | 2 |
| Specialist publication | Nursing Older People |
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| Publication status | Published - Feb 2012 |
Keywords
- Patient-focused care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- Research
- Role perceptions