The interference of Family relationships in the aging process: A focus on the hospitalized elderly

Authors

  • Natalia Cunha Batista Hospital do Servidor Público Estadual de São Paulo
  • Natália de Freitas Crispim Hospital do Servidor Público Estadual de São Paulo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2012v15i3p169-189

Keywords:

Family, Elderly, Hospitalization

Abstract

This study aimed to discuss the possible interference of family relationships during the aging process, focusing on the perspective of elderly hospitalized at the Hospital for State Civil Servants. This is a cross-sectional survey, conducted with five seniors and their families. By means of an instrument that assesses the functional status of families, called the Family APGAR, it was found that families have a good family functioning essential for proper care to the elderly.

Author Biographies

Natalia Cunha Batista, Hospital do Servidor Público Estadual de São Paulo

Gerontologia - Serviço Social

Natália de Freitas Crispim, Hospital do Servidor Público Estadual de São Paulo

Gerontologia - Serviço Social

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Published

2013-06-05

How to Cite

Batista, N. C., & Crispim, N. de F. (2013). The interference of Family relationships in the aging process: A focus on the hospitalized elderly. Revista Kairós-Gerontologia, 15(3), 169–189. https://doi.org/10.23925/2176-901X.2012v15i3p169-189

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 3 (2012)

Section

Papers

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