Aim: Despite the fact that aging results in individuals with a higher demand for health services,
geriatric nursing is not preferred. The study was carried out to determine the ageism of nursing
students in Türkiye and reveal whether or not there were differences in ageism attitudes of
students based on gender, grade, and living with aged individuals.
Methods: A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted. PubMed, Scopus, Google
Academic, and National Thesis Center databases were screened.
Results: A total of 23 studies were included. The attitudes of nursing students toward aged
people were slightly positive. The attitudes of last year students were statistically more positive.
The attitudes of students living with aged individuals against ageism were found more positive.
No effect of gender on ageism was found.
Conclusion: It is seen that knowledge of aging and interacting with aged people increase
positive attitudes. It is recommended to include geriatrics in the nursing curriculum and to
increase activities in that nursing students can interact with aged individuals.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Health Management |
Journal Section | Makaleler |
Authors | |
Publication Date | March 27, 2024 |
Submission Date | September 11, 2023 |
Acceptance Date | February 26, 2024 |
Published in Issue | Year 2024 Volume: 9 Issue: 1 |