Thriving in nursing homes in Norway: Contributing aspects described by residents
Ådel Bergland, Marit Kirkevold
Bok Engelsk 2005
| Medvirkende | Kirkevold, Marit (medforfatter)
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| Utgitt | 2005
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| Omfang | 11 s.
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| Opplysninger | Knowledge about residents perseption of what contributes to well-being and thriving in nursing homes is scarce. The aim of this study was to investigate mentally lucid residents perspective on what contributes to thriving in a nursing home. A qualitative study with a descriptive-exploratory design in two nursing homes in Norway. 26 mentally lucid nursing home residents and datacollection comprised participant observation and open-ended interviews. Results: Two core aspects contributing to thriving where identified: The residents attitude towards living in a nursing home and the quality of care and caregivers. The residents attitude was the innermost core aspect. Five additional aaspects contributing to thriving were identified: Positive peer relationships, participation in meaningful activities, opportunities to go outside the ward or nursing home, positive realtionships with family, and qualities in the physical environment. Conlusion: Several factors contribute to an experience of thriving. The findings challenge the traditional passive role of residents by documenting their active contributions to their level of thriving in a nursing home.
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