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Hoffman, Into Aging

Guest Editorial
Improving Function Through Research

Journal of Gerontological Nursing  Vol. 32 No. 12 December 2006

By Fang Yu, PhD, CRNP, RN; Ann M. Kolanowski, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN
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The prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a neurodegenerative disorder, has approached epidemic proportions as a result of increased longevity. In absolute numbers, AD currently affects 4.5 million Americans who are ages 65 or older and will afflict 14 million by 2050 (Hebert, Scherr, Bienias, Bennett, & Evans, 2003). Older adults with AD report that assistance in promoting daily function is one of the most important aspects for their continuing sense of identity and independence (Phinney, 1998).

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Fang Yu, PhD, CRNP, RN is from University of Minnesota, School of Nursing

Ann M. Kolanowski, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN is from The Pennsylvania State University, School of Nursing