Análisis descriptivo del estado de salud en la población adulta mayor del Centro Geriátrico San Vicente de Paúl, Atuntaqui
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2024
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PUCE - Ibarra
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El envejecimiento de la población es un fenómeno mundial que se ha convertido en un desafío para las sociedades modernas. En este contexto, se hace cada vez más importante contar con herramientas que permitan evaluar y comprender el estado de salud en la población adulta mayor, ya que como se ha observado pese a las arduas estrategias de salud implementadas en este grupo etario las tasas de morbilidad, discapacidad y dependencia siguen en aumento. Objetivo General: Describir la condición de salud de adultos mayores mediante la evaluación de las esferas de valoración integral geriátrica en el Centro Geriátrico San Vicente de Paúl, Atuntaqui durante Abril - Agosto de 2024. Metodología: Esta investigación se desarrolla dentro de un enfoque cuantitativo, tipo descriptivo. Se realizó la recolección de datos a través de encuestas estructuradas para analizar diversas esferas de valoración geriátrica. Resultados: Los resultados mostraron que muchos residentes presentan limitaciones en la movilidad y alto riesgo de caídas en la esfera física. En la esfera mental, se identificaron síntomas de ansiedad y depresión, lo que resalta la necesidad de intervenciones en salud mental. Además, se observó una falta de redes de apoyo social en la esfera emocional y una limitada participación en actividades comunitarias en la esfera social. Estos hallazgos subrayan la necesidad de mejorar las intervenciones integrales para mejorar la calidad de vida de los adultos mayores.
Population aging is a global phenomenon that has become a challenge for modern societies. In this context, it is becoming increasingly important to have tools that allow us to evaluate and understand the health status of the older adult population, since, as has been observed, despite the arduous health strategies implemented in this age group, the morbidity rates, disability and dependency continue to increase. General Objective: Describe the health condition of older adults through the evaluation of the areas of comprehensive geriatric assessment at the San Vicente de Paúl Geriatric Center, Atuntaqui during April - August 2024. Methodology: This research is developed within a quantitative, descriptive approach. Data collection was carried out through structured surveys to analyze various areas of geriatric assessment. Results: The results showed that many residents have limitations in mobility and high risk of falls in the physical sphere. In the mental sphere, symptoms of anxiety and depression were identified, highlighting the need for mental health interventions. In addition, a lack of social support networks in the emotional sphere and limited participation in community activities in the social sphere was observed. These findings underscore the need to improve comprehensive interventions to improve the quality of life of older adults. Conclusion: The research has shown the need to reinforce care at the San Vicente de Paul Geriatric Center. The comprehensive assessment has identified critical areas in physical, mental, emotional and social well-being. The socialization of these results with the center staff has been crucial to optimize health services and promote more complete and collaborative geriatric care. These efforts point to a significant improvement in the quality of life of older adults.
Population aging is a global phenomenon that has become a challenge for modern societies. In this context, it is becoming increasingly important to have tools that allow us to evaluate and understand the health status of the older adult population, since, as has been observed, despite the arduous health strategies implemented in this age group, the morbidity rates, disability and dependency continue to increase. General Objective: Describe the health condition of older adults through the evaluation of the areas of comprehensive geriatric assessment at the San Vicente de Paúl Geriatric Center, Atuntaqui during April - August 2024. Methodology: This research is developed within a quantitative, descriptive approach. Data collection was carried out through structured surveys to analyze various areas of geriatric assessment. Results: The results showed that many residents have limitations in mobility and high risk of falls in the physical sphere. In the mental sphere, symptoms of anxiety and depression were identified, highlighting the need for mental health interventions. In addition, a lack of social support networks in the emotional sphere and limited participation in community activities in the social sphere was observed. These findings underscore the need to improve comprehensive interventions to improve the quality of life of older adults. Conclusion: The research has shown the need to reinforce care at the San Vicente de Paul Geriatric Center. The comprehensive assessment has identified critical areas in physical, mental, emotional and social well-being. The socialization of these results with the center staff has been crucial to optimize health services and promote more complete and collaborative geriatric care. These efforts point to a significant improvement in the quality of life of older adults.
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Adulto mayor, Valoración, Salud, Envejecimiento