diplomsko delo
Ema Lugarič (Author), Aljoša Lapanja (Reviewer), Darja Thaler (Mentor)

Abstract

Uvod: Demenca je progresivna nevrološka motnja, ki povzroča upad kognitivnih funkcij, torej spomina, mišljenja, presoje in govora. To lahko močno vpliva na kvaliteto in sposobnost samostojnega življenja ter povzroča veliko stisko tako pri pacientu kot pri njegovih bližnjih. Strah pred demenco je vse pogostejši pojav, eden izmed glavnih razlogov je staranje prebivalstva in posledično povečano tveganje za nastanek te bolezni. Medicinske sestre so v ospredju pri prepoznavanju, obravnavi in podpori ljudem z demenco ter strahom pred to boleznijo. Imajo ključno vlogo pri zagotavljanju informacij in izobraževanju o demenci, prepoznavanju zgodnjih znakov ter nudenju psihološke podpore pacientom in njihovim družinam. Namen: V diplomskem delu smo raziskali strah pred demenco, vzroke in posledice le-tega ter kakšno vlogo ima medicinska sestra pri prepoznavanju in preprečevanju strahu pred demenco. Metode dela: Uporabljena je bila deskriptivna metoda dela. Pregledana je bila literatura na temo strahu pred demenco, ki je bila objavljena med januarjem 2014 in januarjem 2024. Uporabljeni sta bili podatkovni bazi CINAHL ultimate in Medline. Pri iskanju smo uporabljali angleške ključne besede, kot so »fear of dementia«, »dementia and anxiety« in »dementia-worry«. Identificirali smo 1657 zadetkov in ob upoštevanju vseh izključitvenih in vključitvenih kriterijev izbrali 21 virov za nadaljnjo analizo. Rezultati: Demenca je kompleksen sindrom, ki vpliva na spomin, razmišljanje, vedenje in sposobnost izvajanja vsakodnevnih dejavnosti. Strah pred demenco je pogost in razumljiv, saj lahko ta kompleksen sindrom prinese velike spremembe v življenje posameznika in njegovih bližnjih. Mnogi se bojijo izgube spomina, sposobnosti razmišljanja in samostojnosti, kar lahko vodi v občutek nemoči in tesnobe. Vendar pa je pomembno poudariti, da zgodnje odkrivanje, izobraževanje o demenci ter pravočasno iskanje pomoči in podpore lahko pomembno zmanjšajo strah. S pravilno podporo in osveščenostjo lahko ljudje premagajo strah pred demenco in se soočijo z izzivi, ki jih prinaša. Razprava in zaključek: Strah pred demenco je kompleksen in multidimenzionalen problem, ki se kaže na različne načine. Naraščajoče število ljudi, ki trpijo za demenco zaradi staranja prebivalstva, povzroča razumljivo zaskrbljenost. Ta strah negativno vpliva na duševno in fizično zdravje posameznikov, pri čemer so razlike v stopnji strahu glede na spol, starost, izobrazbo in družinske izkušnje z demenco. Depresija, anksioznost in zaznano poslabšanje spomina so povezani s povečanim strahom pred demenco. Pomembno je razlikovati med skrbjo za demenco in zaznanim tveganjem ter sprejeti strategije, kot so izobraževanje, psihološka podpora, spremembe življenjskega sloga in zgodnja diagnoza, za zmanjšanje strahu pred demenco. S temi pristopi lahko izboljšamo kakovost življenja za vse, kar je ključno za obvladovanje težav, povezanih s to boleznijo.

Keywords

diplomska dela;zdravstvena nega;kognitivni upad;anksioznost;psihološka podpora;kakovost življenja;stigma;

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Language: Slovenian
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Typology: 2.11 - Undergraduate Thesis
Organization: UL ZF - University College of Health Studies
Publisher: [E. Lugarič]
UDC: 616-083
COBISS: 197331715 Link will open in a new window
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Secondary language: English
Secondary title: Fear of dementia - role of nurse
Secondary abstract: Introduction: Dementia is a progressive neurological disorder that causes a decline in cognitive functions, including memory, thinking, judgment, and speech. This can significantly impact the quality of life and the ability to live independently, leading to great distress for both the patient and their loved ones. Fear of dementia is becoming increasingly prevalent, with one of the main reasons being the aging population and the consequent increased risk of developing this disease. Nurses play a key role in identifying, managing, and supporting people with dementia and the fear of this disease. They are crucial in providing information and education about dementia, recognizing early signs, and offering psychological support to patients and their families. Purpose: This diploma work explores the fear of dementia, its causes and consequences and the role of nurses in identifying and preventing the fear of dementia. Methods: A decriptive research method was employed. Literature on the fear of dementia published between February 2014 and February 2024 was reviewd. The CINAHL Ultiamte and Medline databases were used. English keywords such as »fear of dementia«, »dementia and anxiety« and »dementia-worry« were utilized fort he search. A total of 1657 records were identified, and considering all exclusion and inclusion cirteria, 25 sources were selected for further analysis. Results: Dementia is a complex syndrome that affects memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform daily activites. Fear of dementia is common and understandable, as this complex syndrome can bring about significant changes in an individual's life and that of their loved ones. Many fear the loss of memory, cognitive abilities, and independence, leading to feelings of helplessness and anxiety. However, it is important to emphasize that early detection, education about dementia, and timely seeking of help and support can significantly reduce fear. With proper support and awareness, people can overcome the fear of dementia and face the challenges it bring. Discussion and conclusion: Fear of dementia is a complex and multidimensional problem that manifests in various ways. The increasing number of people suffering from dementia due to the aging population understandably causes concern. This fear negatively affects the mental and physical health of individuals, with differences in the level of fear based on gender, age, education and family experiences with dementia. Depression, anxiety and perciev memory decline are associated with increased fear of dementia. It is important to differentiate between concern for dementia and perceived risk and to adopt strategies such as education, psychological support, lifestyle changes and early diagnosis to reduce fear of dementia. These approaches can improve the quality of life for all, which is crucial for managing the challenges associated with this disease.
Secondary keywords: diploma theses;nursing care;cognitive decline;anxiety;psychological support;quality of life;stigma;
Type (COBISS): Bachelor thesis/paper
Study programme: 0
Thesis comment: Univ. v Ljubljani, Zdravstvena fak., Oddelek za zdravstveno nego
Pages: 34 str.
ID: 24230219