Intervención de enfermería en pacientes con alzheimer

Abstract

Introduction: Alzheimer's disease is the leading cause of dementia in older adults, and is the leading cause of disability and dependence worldwide constituting 60% and 70% of cases. As the aging process advances, the number of patients with Alzheimer's disease increases, and improving the quality of life of these patients is urgent to solve. Objective: To conduct a literature review on nursing intervention in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Methodology: A narrative literature review was carried out in the databases Scopus, Taylor & Francis, PubMed, ProQuest, Scielo, 1 WHO document, and 1 book, obtaining a total of 64 documents. Results: The highest prevalence of AD is in the female sex and between the ages of 75-79 years; the associated factors are age, aging, (TCE), genetics, sex. There is still no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but there are therapeutic approaches that help counteract the disease; complications such as depression and in basic functions decreases the quality of life; while nursing interventions focus on controlling abnormalities in diet, daily living, and mobility restrictions, adequately treating depression and anxiety that help reduce the burden on the caregiver or family member. Conclusions: It is of great importance to know the prevalence, factors, treatment, complications, and interventions in Alzheimer's disease to improve the quality of life of these patients.