Exploring learning barriers experienced by older adults

According to a 2008 Australian Bureau of Statistics report adults aged 65 years and above have at least one long-term medical condition, with hearing and visual impairment noted as the most common long-term conditions in this group. By understanding the learning patterns and style of older adults, h...

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Published in:	The Australian nursing journal Vol. 18; no. 4; p. 18
Main Authors:	Eng, Sze Li, Ronaldson, Susan
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Australia Australian Nursing & Midwifery Federation 01-10-2010 Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation
Subjects:	Aged - psychology Australia Care and treatment Frail elderly Health Literacy Humans Learning Literacy Methods Nurse-Patient Relations Nursing Older people Patient education Patient Education as Topic Patient satisfaction Training Australia
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Summary:	According to a 2008 Australian Bureau of Statistics report adults aged 65 years and above have at least one long-term medical condition, with hearing and visual impairment noted as the most common long-term conditions in this group. By understanding the learning patterns and style of older adults, health care providers can implement appropriate strategies to enhance the learning process.
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ISSN:	1320-3185 2202-7114 2207-1512