Improving End-of-Life Care Knowledge in Older Spanish Speakers
Author Information
Author(s): Beltran Susanny
Primary Institution: University of Central Florida
Hypothesis
Targeted educational interventions can enhance knowledge and engagement in advance care planning among Spanish-speaking older adults.
Conclusion
The educational intervention effectively improved end-of-life care planning readiness and knowledge among older Latinos.
Supporting Evidence
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in ACP knowledge and attitudes towards hospice and palliative care post-intervention.
- Age, marital status, and education level influenced knowledge scores.
Takeaway
This study shows that teaching older Spanish-speaking adults about end-of-life care can help them make better decisions.
Methodology
A quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design was used to assess the impact of an educational presentation on advance care planning.
Limitations
The study may not be generalizable beyond the specific community-dwelling older Latinos involved.
Participant Demographics
Community-dwelling older Latinos aged 61-94 engaged with adult day care centers.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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