Older People's Experiences of Living with, Responding to and Managing Sensory Loss.

ABSTRACT: (1) Background: Ageing is associated with a decline in sensory function (sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell), which play an important role in the maintenance of an older person's health, independence and well-being. (2) Methods: This qualitative study obtained data through face-to-face semi-structured interviews with a convenience sample of thirteen community-dwelling adults 65 years and older. Themes were derived inductively, guided by semi-structured interviews. (3) Results: Twelve participants had two or more sensory impairments, mainly concurrent hearing and vision, which became apparent when a situation/individual alerted them to change/s occurring. They were less aware of impaired smell, taste and touch. Sensory changes impacted on important life functions, prompting many partici

SUBMITTER: Ho IC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7998691 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature