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The objective of this study was to survey general practitioners (GPs) in Ireland regarding their experience with elder abuse. A random sample of 800 GPs were mailed a survey in March 2010, with a reminder in May 2010, yielding a 24% response rate. The majority, 64.5%, had encountered elder abuse, with 35.5% encountering a case in the previous year. Most were detected during a home visit. Psychological abuse and self-neglect were most common. Most GPs in Ireland have encountered cases of elder abuse, most were willing to get involved beyond medical treatment, and 76% cited a need for more education.
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Atitude do Pessoal de Saúde , Abuso de Idosos/diagnóstico , Abuso de Idosos/estatística & dados numéricos , Clínicos Gerais/estatística & dados numéricos , Relações Médico-Paciente , Adulto , Idoso , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Feminino , Clínicos Gerais/organização & administração , Avaliação Geriátrica/estatística & dados numéricos , Humanos , Irlanda/epidemiologia , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Inquéritos e QuestionáriosRESUMO
This paper describes the content and evaluation of a distance learning course in therapeutics for general practitioners. Following a pilot project, a comprehensive questionnaire was sent to the 49 participants who had completed the course in its first two years. There was an 80% response rate. Overall satisfaction levels and completion rates were high. Factors influencing the impact of distance learning in a general practice setting including structure, process and outcomes are discussed. Recommendations for further research are included.
