Healthcare Workers' Attitudes Towards Older People
Author Information
Author(s): Mandy Doherty, Elizabeth A. Mitchell, Siobhan O'Neill
Primary Institution: University of Ulster
Hypothesis
Do healthcare workers in a rural population hold positive attitudes towards older people?
Conclusion
The study found that healthcare workers generally hold positive attitudes towards older people, with university education linked to more positive attitudes.
Supporting Evidence
- 97.3% of scores fell into the 'slightly positive' to 'very positive' ranges.
- University graduates had significantly higher KOP scores than those without university qualifications.
- 83% of healthcare assistants had undertaken relevant training courses.
Takeaway
Most healthcare workers like older people and think they deserve good care. Going to university helps them feel even better about helping older folks.
Methodology
A survey using Kogan's Attitudes Towards Older People Scale was conducted among healthcare workers in a rural county.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the convenience sampling method and the self-reported nature of the survey.
Limitations
The study did not collect participants' ages, which is a significant factor influencing attitudes.
Participant Demographics
Participants included registered nurses, healthcare assistants, ward managers, student nurses, and public health nurses.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.044
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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