Davidhizar R, Schearer R
Geriatr Nurs. 1992 Sep-Oct;13(5):276-8. doi: 10.1016/s0197-4572(05)80419-7.
Humor is an approach caregivers can use to assist the elderly in facing some of the disappointments of old age. The ability to laugh at oneself, at others, and at situations stimulates trust, commitment, and a positive sense of working together that is therapeutic to both staff and patients. Humor offers a tool for patients, families, and staff who deal with the elderly for stress management, coping, and to facilitate implementation of the nursing process. When humor is used it is important for the nurse to bear in mind that for patients who are cognitively impaired attempts at humor may be misunderstood. Sarcastic humor or humor that does not show respect for individuals should never be used. It is essential that when humor is used a careful assessment for appropriateness be made of the situation. An evaluation must also be made of the effect of the humor on the other persons in the interaction so a positive interpersonal relationship is facilitated.
幽默是护理人员可以采用的一种方法，用以帮助老年人面对老年阶段的一些失望情绪。自嘲、嘲笑他人以及嘲笑各种情况的能力能激发信任、奉献精神以及积极的合作意识，这对工作人员和患者都具有治疗作用。幽默为处理老年人护理问题的患者、家属和工作人员提供了一种应对压力、进行调适以及促进护理流程实施的工具。在运用幽默时，护士必须牢记，对于认知受损的患者，幽默的尝试可能会被误解。绝不应使用讽刺性幽默或不尊重他人的幽默。在使用幽默时，务必仔细评估情境是否合适。还必须评估幽默对互动中其他人的影响，以便促进积极的人际关系。
