Background: Reasons for encounter refer to the reasons why a pa ent seeks health care.
Understanding individual expecta ons makes it possible for an individualized response that …

Background: Reasons for encounter refer to the reasons why a patient seeks health care.
Understanding individual expectations makes it possible for an individualized response that …

Context: Rapid population ageing is a demographic reality in most countries of the world.
Old age is associated with changes which may culminate in health problems, necessitating …

Aim: This study was to evaluate the sociodemographic factors and morbidity pattern among
elderly patients in order to support the equitable distribution of the few healthcare resources …

Health needs of geriatric patients discharged from hospital Page 1 116 SA MEDIESE TYDSKRIF
15 Julie 1978 Health Needs of Geriatric Patients Discharged from Hospital EMP WOLFF …

This study aimed to examine the factors associated with healthcare-seeking behaviour of
Nigeria's older adult population. Data were retrieved from the Nigeria General Household …

Background: The population of elderly is on the rise worldwide. The medical care of this
group represent a significant unmet health need and thus utilization of health facilities is …

Chronic disease is a major component of the burden of illness among the geriatric age
group. A retrospective study of the morbidity profiles among the elderly and an assessment …

Background: In the last decade the number of elderly citizens in Nigeria has increased and
their health needs are becoming popularly recognized. A number of factors have also been …

The study was designed to examine the experiences of the elderly people in trying to access
health care services, their common health complaints the understanding and perception of …