Social Impact of Clinical Frailty in Older Adults
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older adults; frailty; social impact.Abstract
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Introduction: The rapid aging of today's society represents a reality that influences the lives of the modern population. Frailty syndrome is a geriatric syndrome characterized by decreased functional reserve, which increases a person's vulnerability and an inadequate response to all types of stress. Aging and clinical frailty are associated, but are distinct. The diagnosis of frailty is primarily based on clinical aspects, and frailty is linked to a large number of pathologies.
Objective: To analyze the social impact of clinical frailty in older adults.
Methods: Theoretical-historical-logical, analytical-synthetic, and documentary review methods were used.
Development: Frailty has been linked to several factors such as comorbidity, polypharmacy, disability, dependency, institutionalization, hospitalization, and death. The family is the main link in social support for frail older adults, providing both emotional and protective functions.
Conclusions: Clinical frailty is a pathology that, when associated with older adults, negatively impacts their health and their families. This leads to increased use of social and healthcare resources, which leads to increased costs for patients, families, and healthcare services.
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