Minimizing Health Risks Among Older Adults With Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities: Clinical Considerations to Promote Quality of Life
Abstract
The number of individuals aging with lifelong intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) is increasing and is expected to double by 2030. People with I/DD have faced a number of health disparities, including health care professionals unprepared to meet their health needs. This article will review age- and health-related clinical considerations among individuals aging with I/DD. The aim is to provide nurses with suggested interventions that promote health, prevent secondary conditions, and foster person-centered care among individuals aging with I/DD to help them live healthy and meaningful lives in their later years.
Department
Nursing
Publication Date
6-1-2012
Journal Title
Journal of Gerontological Nursing
Publisher
Slack
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.3928/00989134-20120510-01
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Hahn, J. E. (2012). Minimizing Health Risks Among Older Adults With Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities: Clinical Considerations to Promote Quality of Life. Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 38(6) 11-17. Doi: 10.3928/00989134-20120510-01
Rights
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