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Overcoming ageism
Overcoming ageism
Older people are unique individuals, not one homogenous group.
Ageism is a kind of prejudice or ignorance, such as thinking of all older people as frail or forgetful. There are many myths and stereotypes about older people.
Like all health professionals, nurses should approach everyone as unique, regardless of their age. It is a mistake to assume anything about anyone, particularly older people who have rich and diverse life histories, interests, and goals.
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