A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of Nursing Education Module On Knowledge Regarding Common Health Problem Among Elderly At Selected Rural Area Of Waghodia Taluka

Abstract

Introduction: Nursing education module is a common health problems intervention aimed at promoting common health problems among elderly. This study aims to A study to assess the effectiveness of nursing education module on knowledge regarding common health problem among elderly at selected rural area of Waghodia taluka.

The elderly population is rapidly increasing worldwide due to advances in healthcare, improved living standards, and declining fertility rates. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the proportion of people aged 60 years and above is expected to nearly double from 12% in 2015 to 22% by 2050. This demographic shift brings significant social, economic, and health implications.

Elderly individuals are more vulnerable to chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and dementia. Age-related physiological changes, coupled with reduced immunity, make them more susceptible to health problems. In addition, issues such as vision and hearing loss, mobility limitations, malnutrition, and psychological challenges like depression and social isolation affect their quality of life^.