AgeismNCT06488885
The Effect of Elderly Care Training Given to Nursing Students on Ageism
A study testing Elderly care training in people with Ageism, run by University of Beykent at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
geism is a multidimensional term that includes different attitudes, prejudices, behaviors and actions shown to a person simply because of his or her age. Today, in most societies in the world, elderly individuals are discriminated against. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Ageism
- What is being tested?
- Elderly care training
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 120 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Apr 2024to 1 Apr 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Volunteering to participate in the research,
- Being over 18 years old,
- Being a nursing student,
- Not having received any training, course or course regarding elderly care
Who cannot join
- Being under 18 years old
- Each participant will be required to fill out the survey form once.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Istanbul Beyketn University
Beylikduzu, Cumhuriyet Mahallesi
Ülkü yılmaz, 05346845482, ulkuyilmaz@beykent.edu.tr
About this study
geism is a multidimensional term that includes different attitudes, prejudices, behaviors and actions shown to a person simply because of his or her age. Today, in most societies in the world, elderly individuals are discriminated against. This discrimination stems from the negative attitudes of family members and society in general towards older individuals and aging. In most societies, old age and the changes that occur with aging are generally viewed negatively. Old age is seen as a process of decline in productivity, competence, individuality and independence in all areas of life. The elderly and old age can be viewed with stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination. Age discrimination includes beliefs and attitudes that can turn into discriminatory actions. Words synonymous with being old/aging generally carry negative content. These are generally negative situations such as dementia, weakness, disease, aging, deterioration, wear and tear, and inability to function. This research was designed as a randomized controlled study to determine the effect of elderly care training given to nursing students of a foundation university on their attitudes towards ageism. The population of the research consists of 150 first and second year nursing students of a foundation university in Istanbul between the 2023-2024 academic years. Power analysis was performed using the G*Power (v3.1.9) program to determine the sample size. It was calculated that there should be at least 26 participants in each group. The sample was planned with 120 students (60 experimental and 60 control groups) who met the study criteria and agreed to participate in the study. Number, percentage, mean and standard deviation will be used as descriptive statistical methods in the evaluation of the data. A normal distribution test will be applied to determine whether the research variables have a normal distribution. In case the research variables do not show normal distribution (p<0.05). In the analysis of variables for which the normality assumption is not met, non-parametric analysis methods Mann Whitney U (for comparisons of two groups) and Kruskal Wallis (for comparisons of three or more groups) will be used. Spearman correlation analysis will be performed to determine the relationship between the continuous variables of the research.
Read the detailed description
The elderly population is increasing in our country. Türkiye Statistics According to the institution's data, the population aged 65 and over in our country in 2015 was 8.2% in 2023; this rate will increase to 10.2% in 2023 and 20% in 2050. It is predicted to increase to 20.8% and 27.7% in 2075. With the rapid increase in the elderly population, long life loneliness, poverty, disability, chronic diseases, care and support requirements, deterioration of health, and increase in addiction caused problems in maintenance. Psychophysiological problems and economic problems in elderly individuals The existence of difficulties has brought the issue of old-age services to the agenda. One of the difficulties experienced by the elderly is discrimination. Ageism is discrimination against a person simply because of their age. in the different attitudes, prejudices, behaviors, and actions shown. It is a multidimensional term that includes. Today In most societies around the world, elderly individuals are discriminated against is undergoing. This discrimination affects family members and society in general. As a result, their adverse effects on older individuals and aging stem from attitudes. In most societies, old age and Changes that occur with aging are generally negative is met. Aging is a decline in productivity, competence, individuality, and independence in all areas of life. İs observed. Stereotypes about old and old-age thoughts can be viewed with prejudice and discrimination. Old discrimination, beliefs, and attitudes can turn into discriminatory actions. It covers. Words synonymous with being old/aging generally contain harmful content. These are usually dementia, weakening, diseased, worn out, deteriorating, worn out, These are negative situations, such as the inability to function. In all societies, attitudes towards old age are generally positive and negative. Although they are mixed, the tendency for negative attitudes is greater. Society's and professionals' perceptions, perspectives, and perceptions of old age prejudices affect the quality of services provided to the elderly. Perception of old age; health Service in determining priorities in providing preventive health services in effectively implementing healthcare services for the elderly. Transportation, healthcare professionals in the field of elderly health In their specialization, policies towards old age can be effectively implemented directly or indirectly, impacting the problems experienced in its implementation. Negative attitudes towards elderly individuals in family life and society
There are some things that nurses should do to eliminate these attitudes:
There are applications. One of these applications is to help family members, and society understand that old age is a natural process that occurs during this period. Providing training on possible changes. This is what was done. Changes in individuals' aging process result from training.
Better understanding and more positive attitudes towards elderly individuals. It is thought that it may have. Health personnel are different types of people, such as geriatrics staff working in the field and university students. Age discrimination was studied in sample groups. In the works Researching individuals living in society Recommended. Having positive and negative attitudes towards the elderly in terms of the elderly's self-perception in society and quality of life is essential.
- Conditions
- Ageism
- Being tested
- Elderly care training
- Keywords
- "Nursing", "Elderly Care", "Ageism"
- Medical subject headings
- Ageism
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Elderly care trainingBehavioural
The 60 experimental group students included in the study will have three lesson hours each week. Face-to-face training will be provided. Their consent was obtained before training was given to the experimental group. Participant Information Form and Positive and Negative Ageism Scale (PNYAÖ) will be applied as a pre-test. Trainings are 3 lesson hours, one day a week. It will be given as eight weeks and 24 hours in total. Upbeat and positive after the end of the training A posttest will be administered with the Negative Ageism Scale (PNSAS). Posttest PNSAÖ will be administered again one month after administration, and follow-up data will be obtained. Participant Information Form and Positive and Negative Ageism Scale (PNSAS) will be applied as a pre-test. Eight weeks. At the end, PNCAS will be administered again as the final test.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Experimental group | Active comparator | Nursin students Receives: Behavioral: Elderly care training |
| Control group | No intervention | Nursin students |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Positive and negative ageism scale
University students, it consists of two subscales developed to measure attitudes towards ageism. It is a measuring tool. Positive Age Discrimination Sub-dimension, which is one of the sub-dimensions The dimension affects the positive discriminatory attitudes of university students towards older people. It measures. There are 13 items in this subscale of the scale. Scale The highest score that can be obtained from this sub-dimension in the application is 65, and the lowest score is 65. The higher the score to be obtained, the more positive the attitude towards older people. Indicates that the level is high. Another sub-dimension, the Negative Age Discrimination Sub-Dimension, measures students' negative discriminatory attitudes towards older people.
Measured: The scale will be administered to the participants "as a pre-test" before training is given. The training duration is 8 weeks. It will be administered as a "final test" one week after the training is given. The scales will be applied to both experimental
Participant information form
Participant information form prepared by the researchers. A total of 10 questions about the socio-demographic characteristics of the students and elderly individuals.
Contains.
Measured: The scale will be administered to the participants "as a pre-test" before training is given. The training duration is 8 weeks. It will be administered as a "final test" one week after the training is given. The scales will be applied to both experimental
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted5 Jul 2024
- Study start1 Apr 2024
- Primary completion1 Apr 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion1 Apr 2025 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for AgeismStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- This research was conducted at a foundation university's nursing school. The elderly care training given to students regarding ageism a randomized controlled study was conducted to determine the effect of It was designed as.
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Investigator
- Enrolment
- 120 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Beykent
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Ülkü YILMAZ, University of Beykent
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06488885
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2024/27
- Status last verified
- Jun 2024
- First submitted
- 27 May 2024
- Last updated
- 5 Jul 2024
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Publications
Yilmaz U, Caliskan BB. The effect of structured older adult care training on nursing students' attitudes toward ageism: a randomized controlled trial. Gerontol Geriatr Educ. 2026 Jul-Sep;47(3):486-507. doi: 10.1080/02701960.2026.2672041. Epub 2026 May 16.
PubMed 42143399
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Jul 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Elderly Care Training Given to Nursing Students on Ageism
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06488885
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2024/27
- Conditions
- Ageism
- Keywords
- "Nursing", "Elderly Care", "Ageism"
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Unknown status
- Enrolment
- 120 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University of BeykentUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Apr 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Apr 2025 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 1 Apr 2025 (estimated)
- First posted
- 5 Jul 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
geism is a multidimensional term that includes different attitudes, prejudices, behaviors and actions shown to a person simply because of his or her age. Today, in most societies in the world, elderly individuals are discriminated against. This discrimination stems from the negative attitudes of family members and society in general towards older individuals and aging. In most societies, old age and the changes that occur with aging are generally viewed negatively. Old age is seen as a process of decline in productivity, competence, individuality and independence in all areas of life. The elderly and old age can be viewed with stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination. Age discrimination includes beliefs and attitudes that can turn into discriminatory actions. Words synonymous with being old/aging generally carry negative content. These are generally negative situations such as dementia, weakness, disease, aging, deterioration, wear and tear, and inability to function. This research was designed as a randomized controlled study to determine the effect of elderly care training given to nursing students of a foundation university on their attitudes towards ageism. The population of the research consists of 150 first and second year nursing students of a foundation university in Istanbul between the 2023-2024 academic years. Power analysis was performed using the G*Power (v3.1.9) program to determine the sample size. It was calculated that there should be at least 26 participants in each group. The sample was planned with 120 students (60 experimental and 60 control groups) who met the study criteria and agreed to participate in the study. Number, percentage, mean and standard deviation will be used as descriptive statistical methods in the evaluation of the data. A normal distribution test will be applied to determine whether the research variables have a normal distribution. In case the research variables do not show normal distribution (p<0.05). In the analysis of variables for which the normality assumption is not met, non-parametric analysis methods Mann Whitney U (for comparisons of two groups) and Kruskal Wallis (for comparisons of three or more groups) will be used. Spearman correlation analysis will be performed to determine the relationship between the continuous variables of the research.
Detailed description
The elderly population is increasing in our country. Türkiye Statistics According to the institution's data, the population aged 65 and over in our country in 2015 was 8.2% in 2023; this rate will increase to 10.2% in 2023 and 20% in 2050. It is predicted to increase to 20.8% and 27.7% in 2075. With the rapid increase in the elderly population, long life loneliness, poverty, disability, chronic diseases, care and support requirements, deterioration of health, and increase in addiction caused problems in maintenance. Psychophysiological problems and economic problems in elderly individuals The existence of difficulties has brought the issue of old-age services to the agenda. One of the difficulties experienced by the elderly is discrimination. Ageism is discrimination against a person simply because of their age. in the different attitudes, prejudices, behaviors, and actions shown. It is a multidimensional term that includes. Today In most societies around the world, elderly individuals are discriminated against is undergoing. This discrimination affects family members and society in general. As a result, their adverse effects on older individuals and aging stem from attitudes. In most societies, old age and Changes that occur with aging are generally negative is met. Aging is a decline in productivity, competence, individuality, and independence in all areas of life. İs observed. Stereotypes about old and old-age thoughts can be viewed with prejudice and discrimination. Old discrimination, beliefs, and attitudes can turn into discriminatory actions. It covers. Words synonymous with being old/aging generally contain harmful content. These are usually dementia, weakening, diseased, worn out, deteriorating, worn out, These are negative situations, such as the inability to function. In all societies, attitudes towards old age are generally positive and negative. Although they are mixed, the tendency for negative attitudes is greater. Society's and professionals' perceptions, perspectives, and perceptions of old age prejudices affect the quality of services provided to the elderly. Perception of old age; health Service in determining priorities in providing preventive health services in effectively implementing healthcare services for the elderly. Transportation, healthcare professionals in the field of elderly health In their specialization, policies towards old age can be effectively implemented directly or indirectly, impacting the problems experienced in its implementation. Negative attitudes towards elderly individuals in family life and society
There are some things that nurses should do to eliminate these attitudes:
There are applications. One of these applications is to help family members, and society understand that old age is a natural process that occurs during this period. Providing training on possible changes. This is what was done. Changes in individuals' aging process result from training.
Better understanding and more positive attitudes towards elderly individuals. It is thought that it may have. Health personnel are different types of people, such as geriatrics staff working in the field and university students. Age discrimination was studied in sample groups. In the works Researching individuals living in society Recommended. Having positive and negative attitudes towards the elderly in terms of the elderly's self-perception in society and quality of life is essential.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (investigator)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- This research was conducted at a foundation university's nursing school. The elderly care training given to students regarding ageism a randomized controlled study was conducted to determine the effect of It was designed as.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Experimental group | Active comparator | Behavioral: Elderly care trainingNursin students |
| Control group | No intervention | –Nursin students |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Volunteering to participate in the research,
- Being over 18 years old,
- Being a nursing student,
- Not having received any training, course or course regarding elderly care
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Being under 18 years old
- Each participant will be required to fill out the survey form once.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Elderly care trainingThe 60 experimental group students included in the study will have three lesson hours each week. Face-to-face training will be provided. Their consent was obtained before training was given to the experimental group. Participant Information Form and Positive and Negative Ageism Scale (PNYAÖ) will be applied as a pre-test. Trainings are 3 lesson hours, one day a week. It will be given as eight weeks and 24 hours in total. Upbeat and positive after the end of the training A posttest will be administered with the Negative Ageism Scale (PNSAS). Posttest PNSAÖ will be administered again one month after administration, and follow-up data will be obtained. Participant Information Form and Positive and Negative Ageism Scale (PNSAS) will be applied as a pre-test. Eight weeks. At the end, PNCAS will be administered again as the final test. | Behavioural | Experimental group |
Primary outcome
Positive and negative ageism scale
Time frame: The scale will be administered to the participants "as a pre-test" before training is given. The training duration is 8 weeks. It will be administered as a "final test" one week after the training is given. The scales will be applied to both experimental
University students, it consists of two subscales developed to measure attitudes towards ageism. It is a measuring tool. Positive Age Discrimination Sub-dimension, which is one of the sub-dimensions The dimension affects the positive discriminatory attitudes of university students towards older people. It measures. There are 13 items in this subscale of the scale. Scale The highest score that can be obtained from this sub-dimension in the application is 65, and the lowest score is 65. The higher the score to be obtained, the more positive the attitude towards older people. Indicates that the level is high. Another sub-dimension, the Negative Age Discrimination Sub-Dimension, measures students' negative discriminatory attitudes towards older people.
Participant information form
Time frame: The scale will be administered to the participants "as a pre-test" before training is given. The training duration is 8 weeks. It will be administered as a "final test" one week after the training is given. The scales will be applied to both experimental
Participant information form prepared by the researchers. A total of 10 questions about the socio-demographic characteristics of the students and elderly individuals. Contains.
Results and safety
Results are not available in the source record.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Jul 2024.
- Derived from this study: PubMed 42143399Yilmaz U, Caliskan BB. The effect of structured older adult care training on nursing students' attitudes toward ageism: a randomized controlled trial. Gerontol Geriatr Educ. 2026 Jul-Sep;47(3):486-507. doi: 10.1080/02701960.2026.2672041. Epub 2026 May 16.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Elderly care training in people with Ageism, run by University of Beykent at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 4 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Jul 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
Results are not available in the source record.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Each site lists its own contact: choose the nearest one under Trial locations. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Positive and negative ageism scale (time frame: The scale will be administered to the participants "as a pre-test" before training is given. The training duration is 8 weeks. It will be administered as a "final test" one week after the training is given. The scales will be applied to both experimental). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06488885, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Jul 2024.