Intervención de enfermería en el cuidado del adulto mayor diabético y su repercusión en el ejercicio físico.

Abstract

The research addresses a topic of great scientific relevance at an international level, highlighting the importance of physical activity in human life, especially in the context of nursing care and the comprehensive health of diabetic older adults. The main objective was to develop an instruction manual for nursing staff that, based on documentary sources, provides specific content and recommendations on the importance of physical activity in improving diabetes control and the general health of older adults. The documentary, retrospective and qualitative study analyzed criteria from 20 articles indexed in reliable databases on physical activity in relation to improving the quality of life of diabetic older adults. The results confirm that this age group requires a systematic, planned and adequate dedication to physical activity as a key strategy for promoting health and preventing disease. An instruction manual was designed for nursing staff, intended to provide them with the necessary knowledge on how physical activity can improve the well-being, self-esteem and comprehensive health of diabetic older adults. Among the conclusions, the authors agree on the benefits of physical activity to improve quality of life, which are reflected in the content and criteria of the instruction manual proposed for nursing staff. Training in this area is essential to ensure that professionals can offer effective care and adequately support diabetic older adults in their management of the disease.