TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2010//
TI  - Caring for Older Adults with Dementia when Disaster Strikes
JO  - Journal of gerontological nursing
A1  - Adelman, Deborah S.
A1  - Legg, Timothy J.
SP  - 13
EP  - 17
VL  - 36
IS  - 8
N2  - Disaster emergencies are occurring with seemingly increased frequency. The likelihood that gerontological nurses will be involved in a disaster scenario, regardless of practice setting, is real. Instead of recoiling from this likelihood, the best approach is preparedness. In this article we examine what constitutes a disaster and how it differs from an emergency, as well as the potential impact of a disaster on older adults in general and those with dementia in particular. Concepts of sheltering in place, caring for older adults with dementia in a temporary shelter, and partnering with nurses in acute care settings are discussed.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0098-9134
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.3928/00989134-20100701-01
ID  - ref1
ER  -