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Abstract
Introduction
Population aging is a significant global trend, leading to high rates of multimorbidity and frailty among older adults.
Objective
This study explores the knowledge, attitudes, and willingness to care for the elderly and its related factors among nursing students in Vietnam.
Method
A descriptive cross-sectional study was undertaken among undergraduate nursing students between October 2022 and June 2023.
Results
The findings indicate that 18.46% of students showed good knowledge while the majority of students (95.75%) had a positive attitude toward the elderly. There were relationships between age, academic year, living with grandparents, having clinical experience in caring for the elderly, level of knowledge about the elderly, and attitude towards the elderly were associated with a significantly greater willingness to care for elderly.
Conclusions
These findings underscore the importance of addressing both knowledge and attitudinal components in nursing education to foster greater commitment to geriatric nursing among future healthcare professionals.
期刊介绍：
Geriatric Nursing is a comprehensive source for clinical information and management advice relating to the care of older adults. The journal''s peer-reviewed articles report the latest developments in the management of acute and chronic disorders and provide practical advice on care of older adults across the long term continuum. Geriatric Nursing addresses current issues related to drugs, advance directives, staff development and management, legal issues, client and caregiver education, infection control, and other topics. The journal is written specifically for nurses and nurse practitioners who work with older adults in any care setting.
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