Wong TKS, Yunhua Y, Jinghan C, Lee CKM, Ying Z, Liping J, Qiubi T, Chung JWY. Development of an integrative learning program for community dwelling old people with dementia.
Rev Lat Am Enfermagem 2021;
29:e3486. [PMID:
34816868 PMCID:
PMC8616300 DOI:
10.1590/1518-8345.4794.3486]
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Abstract
Objective:
to develop an integrative learning program for people with dementia.
Method:
a methodological study was conducted using Delphi technique to develop the
learning program, followed by a feasibility test. An expert panel was
invited to develop the integrative learning program based on the
neuroplasticity and learning framework. A feasibility test was conducted to
evaluate the implementation of the program in two centers after the training
of personnel who run the program. Verbatim transcripts of case conferences
were coded, analyzed, and collapsed into themes and sub-themes by
consensus.
Results:
there was no indication for content modification during the period of program
implementation. Qualitatively, the participating older adults showed
improvement in communications, emotions, connectedness with self and others,
and well-being.
Conclusion:
the integrative learning program was uneventfully implemented with promising
results. The program is ready for full-scale research on its efficacy in
multiple centers to obtain more robust evidence.
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