Dignity in elderly people: A concept analysisagainst infectious morbidities

Joint Event on 29^th International Conference on Pediatric Nursing & Healthcare & 31^st World Congress on Advanced Nursing Practice

August 16-17, 2018 | Madrid, Spain

Roghayeh Esmaeili and Mehrdad Esmaeili

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Adv Practice Nurs

Abstract :

Purpose: Nurses need to have knowledge about the concept of the elderlyâ??s dignity in order to be able to perform proper supportive interventions. The exact definition of dignity, its components, and its characteristics are not yet a unique understandable concept for nurses. The purpose of the present study was to analyze the concept of dignity in the Iranian elderly in order to achieve a correct definition and understanding of this concept. Method: This qualitative study of concept development used the hybrid model in three phases: theoretical phase, fieldwork phase and incorporation. Results: The elderlyâ??s dignity is a complex and dynamic mental state which results in the enhancement of inner feelings. It is affected by personal, family, and social factors. This concept is formed in relationship with others and guarantees the personâ??s health. The practical definition of the elderlyâ??s dignity is related to the domains of dignity in this population, i.e. relative dignity, which originate from the culture and are subject to change. The characteristics of the elderlyâ??s dignity include respect, integrity, independence and authority, privacy, unique support and participation in the self-care. For this characteristics to emerge, the predisposing factors and antecedents depend on the the person, family, and society. Conclusions: Developing a clear image of dignity in health care services leads to better understanding of the concept among the practitioners on one hand and also improves the role of moralities in provision of the services.

Biography :

Roghayeh Esmaeili has completed her PhD in Nursing Field from School of Nursing & Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. She has published more than 30 papers in reputed journals and has been intresting in elderly people..

E-mail: r_esmaieli@yahoo.com