Concept analysis of “Insufficient health literacy” in older adults and refinement of a diagnosis proposal

Abstract

Purpose

This study aims to conduct a thorough analysis of the concept of insufficient health literacy (IHL) in older adults and to refine a nursing diagnosis proposal while considering the specific characteristics of this demographic.

Methods

A comprehensive concept analysis was undertaken using Walker & Avant's method as a framework.

Findings

A systematic search across seventeen databases yielded 29 relevant studies for inclusion. Through analysis, we identified 15 antecedents, 3 attributes, and 7 consequents associated with IHL in older adults.

Conclusions

The concept analysis brought clarity to the understanding of IHL within older adults, facilitating the refinement of a diagnosis proposal. This process was instrumental in establishing a diagnostic structure that accounts for the unique needs and challenges faced by older adults.

Implications for nursing practice

The structured diagnosis derived from the concept analysis provides a solid theoretical foundation for nurses specializing in Gerontology. By tailoring care interventions to address the specific requirements of older adults, this framework enhances the quality of nursing practice and contributes to improved patient outcomes in geriatric care settings.

Objetivo

Este estudo tem como objetivo realizar uma análise detalhada do conceito de Letramento em saúde insuficiente na população idosa e refinar uma proposta de diagnóstico de enfermagem, levando em consideração as características específicas desse público.

Métodos

Foi realizada uma análise conceitual abrangente utilizando o método de Walker & Avant.

Resultados

Uma busca sistemática em dezessete bases de dados resultou em 29 estudos relevantes para inclusão. Através da análise, identificamos quinze antecedentes, três atributos e sete consequentes associados ao Letramento em saúde insuficiente na população idosa.

Conclusões

A análise conceitual trouxe clareza à compreensão do Letramento em saúde insuficiente na população idosa, facilitando o refinamento de uma proposta de diagnóstico. Esse processo foi fundamental para estabelecer uma estrutura diagnóstica que considera as necessidades e desafios únicos enfrentados pelos idosos.

Implicações para a prática de enfermagem

O diagnóstico estruturado derivado da análise conceitual fornece uma base teórica sólida para enfermeiros especializados em Gerontologia. Ao adaptar intervenções de cuidados para atender aos requisitos específicos dos idosos, esse framework melhora a qualidade da prática de enfermagem e contribui para resultados de pacientes aprimorados em ambientes de cuidados geriátricos.

Keywords

health literacy health of the elderly nursing diagnosis nursing process standardized nursing terminology

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