How to write an integrative review: methodological bases for geriatric nursing

Abstract

Introduction: It is noted that from a biological perspective, aging is marked by progressive changes in cells, tissues and organs that have an impact on the functional capacity of the elderly and provide a more susceptible condition in relation to chronic diseases. Goal: To characterize the content available in the scientific literature about the integrative review and the methodological bases for geriatric nursing. Method: This is an integrative review of literature, a method whose purpose is to group and synthesize research results on a theme. A survey of 67 articles was carried out, which after passing the exclusion criteria, there were 5 articles for analysis. Results: The selected publications were arranged in thematic categories worked through the scientific text. Conclusion: The analysis of these studies evidences the importance of the nurse as an active and indispensable member throughout the treatment process and the methodological bases for geriatric nursing.