A golden opportunity: the coevolution of medical and education homes.

The effect of spiritual care education on hope in the elderly residents of nursing homes in Hamadan province in 2018

Background & Aim: Frustration is one of the important psychological consequences for the elderly in the nursing home. Spiritual care is a unique aspect of nursing care that can be a strong response to the dealing with frustration. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of spiritual care education on hope in the elderly residents of nursing homes. Methods & Materials: The present stu...

Elderly and Care Givers’ Experiences of Transfer to Nursing Homes in Bam City: A Qualitative Study

Introduction: The elderly population has increased rapidly in recent decades, and consequently, admission to nursing homes is growing, but their experiences of this transfer have not been paid adequate attention. The aim of this study is to explain the elderly and care givers’ experiences of transfer to nursing homes in Bam city, Kerman Province, Iran. Methods: This study was conducted u...

Evaluation of malnutrition status and its related factors in the elderly living in nursing homes of Hamedan province in 1397

Introduction: The elderly are a potentially vulnerable group in terms of malnutrition. Undesirable nutritional status provides grounds for illness and increased health costs. On the other hand, identification of effective factors can help health care providers to implement nutrition intervention programs to prevent malnutrition. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the status of mal...

Virtual education contents of medical universities during the COVID-19 outbreak An opportunity to promote universities on the web

Admission to a Nursing Home: Viewpoints of Institutionalized Older People about Replacement

Introduction: This study carried out to investigate the causes and motivations of older people residing in nursing home. Methods: A qualitative description study was designed by choosing a sample of the elderly residing in a nursing home in Tabriz, Iran. Based on purposive sampling, fifteen residents in the age range of 65-85 participated in the study. Data was collected through unstructur...