Vance David E, Ball Karlene K, Moore Barbara S, Benz Rachel L
School of Nursing at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA.
J Neurosci Nurs. 2007 Aug;39(4):226-31. doi: 10.1097/01376517-200708000-00007.
Among older adults, 20%-56% report having cognitive problems, and such cognitive complaints frequently correspond to actual neuropsychological impairment. The loss of cognitive abilities can be frustrating and frightening and can have a negative impact on instrumental activities of daily living and quality of life. Cognitive remediation interventions have been shown to be successful in improving mental function in older adults in many situations and may increase the number of everyday activities they are able to carry out. Nurses, given their direct contact with older adult patients, are able to inquire about or observe cognitive loss, make appropriate referrals, and emphasize steps such as cognitive remediation and other interventions that promote successful cognitive aging.
在老年人中，20% - 56%的人报告有认知问题，而这些认知方面的主诉往往与实际的神经心理学损害相对应。认知能力的丧失可能令人沮丧和恐惧，并会对日常生活的工具性活动和生活质量产生负面影响。在许多情况下，认知康复干预已被证明能成功改善老年人的心理功能，并且可能增加他们能够开展的日常活动数量。护士由于直接接触老年患者，能够询问或观察认知能力丧失情况，进行适当的转诊，并强调诸如认知康复及其他促进成功认知老化的干预措施等步骤。
