Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Sydney, 2003. / Title from title screen (viewed Oct. 26, 2009) Submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy to the Discipline of Surgery, Faculty of Health Sciences. Degree awarded 2003; thesis submitted 2002. Includes bibliography. Also available in print form.

Thesis (M. Hous. M.)--University of Hong Kong, 2001. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M. Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 2001. / Includes special study report entitled: 'Pattern language' of elderly indoors living. Includes bibliographical references.

published_or_final_version / Housing Management / Master / Master of Housing Management

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published_or_final_version / Social Work / Master / Master of Social Sciences

The purpose of this study was to compare two groups of nurses's attitudes towards the elderly and the knowledge base of the nurses as to signs, symptoms and interventions with depression and dementia in the elderly. The theoretical framework for this study was Oren's (1985) self-care deficit theory. Attitude was measured using the Koan Attitude Toward Old People Scale (Koan, 1961) and knowledge was measured using a scale developed by (Myton, Allen, and Baldwin, 1991).The population studied was registered nurses working at these state hospitals in a midwestern state and agency nurses from four agencies that provide staff coverage at these hospitals. The convenience sample consisted of state nurses (n=65) and agency nurses (n=38). A cover letter explaining confidentiality and voluntary participation was attached to each survey. Completion of the survey constituted consent to participate in the study. There were no identified risks related to participation in the study.The study did not identify significant differences between groups in any of the variables involving attitude toward the elderly, ability to differentiate signs, symptoms, and interventions for dementia and depression in the elderly. Both groups were able to correctly identify signs, symptoms and interventions for dementia and depression about one-half the time. The treatment modalities are different for dementia and depression. The problem is significant because if signs, symptoms and interventions are not identified correctly the patient will not be assisted toward recovery and self-care may decrease. The recommendation for increased inservice education on gerontological nursing are applicable to both groups. / School of Nursing

Research has shown the benefits of exercise are transient and gains achieved in geriatric rehabilitation progams are not maintained post discharge. Sedentary behaviour increases with advancing age, making levels of exercise frequency and long-term program adherence difficult to achieve in older populations. The primary aim of the study was to investigate whether once a week exercise is as effective as twice a week for maintaining outcomes post physical rehabilitation in a consecutive sample of older adults. / Thesis (PhD)--University of South Australia, 2008.

Thesis (MEd)(Human Resource Studies)--University South Australia, 1996

Research has shown the benefits of exercise are transient and gains achieved in geriatric rehabilitation progams are not maintained post discharge. Sedentary behaviour increases with advancing age, making levels of exercise frequency and long-term program adherence difficult to achieve in older populations. The primary aim of the study was to investigate whether once a week exercise is as effective as twice a week for maintaining outcomes post physical rehabilitation in a consecutive sample of older adults. / Thesis (PhD)--University of South Australia, 2008.