Characterization of older adults from a family doctor's office in Palma Soriano

Juan Leonardo Pacios Dorado, Miguel Enrique Barroso Fontanals and Raiza Fernández Sosa

SAP Nursing Depths Series, 2025

Abstract: Introduction: aging is an inherent biological phenomenon, defined by morphophysiological alterations stemming from cumulative deterioration. From a demographic perspective, it refers to a transformation in the age composition of the population. Globally, this phenomenon has acquired an accelerated growth rate, becoming a significant challenge that demands the design of specific strategies targeted at this population segment.Objective: to characterize the older adult population belonging to Family Doctor's Office No. 1 of the "Carlos Montalván" South Polyclinic in Palma Soriano, during the period March - June 2025.Method: an observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with a population of 297 individuals over 60 years of age, of both sexes. The entire population was included. Data were collected in contingency tables.Results: males predominated (51,52 %), with the highest concentration in the 70-80 age group (42,76 %). 58,92 % were classified as ill (Group III), with Hypertension (HTA) (86,20 %) and Smoking (79,46 %) standing out as the main comorbidities. High multimorbidity was evident. Extended/expanded families (69,11 %) and functional families (72,06 %) predominated. Normal weight (44,78 %) co-occurred with male obesity (13,13 %) and female underweight (9,76 %). 93,27 % received full family support, but 81,14 % presented a risk of home accidents.Conclusions: the phenomenon of demographic aging is progressively intensifying. This reality makes it imperative to implement measures that enhance the well-being of older adults, while promoting preventive health initiatives and healthy habits specifically designed for this age group.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/nds2025425

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