POOLE’S ALGORITHM: NURSING MANAGEMENT OF DISTURBED BEHAVIOUR IN OLDER PEOPLE - THE EVIDENCE | Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing Home Archives Vol. 20 No. 3 (2003): March - May 2003 Scholarly Papers Main Article Content

Julia Poole, RN, RM, Grad Dip HlthSci(Geront), MPubMment(Health), Cert Psychiatry of Old Age, ACHSE

Keywords

aged care, behaviour, delirium, depression, dementia, education

Abstract

Disturbed behaviour in older people is a challenging and complex clinical problem. Accurate nursing assessment and management are key elements for good outcomes. The literature shows that nurses do not consistently understand this clinical syndrome and appropriate education is needed. In recognition of limited time frames and of theories of learning, an algorithm has been developed detailing, in order of priority, the management of aggression, delirium, depression or other mental disorders and dementia, plus an outline of supportive communication and care techniques. Three separate packages, each comprising a booklet of lecture notes and resources plus a matching poster are available. Each of these relates particularly to the needs of older people in aged care facilities, acute care or the community.

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