Other Titles
Special Session/Plenary Session
Other Titles
2025 International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame Honoree Presentation
Abstract
Upon Induction to the Sigma International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame, Dr. Williams presented the development of her program of research focused on improving communication and care for older adults.
Notes
References:
Williams, K., Herman, R., Gajewski, B., & Wilson, K. (2009).Elderspeak
communication: Impact on dementia care. American Journal of Alzheimer’s
Disease and Other Dementias, 24, 11-20.
Williams, K., & Herman, R., (2011). Linking resident behavior to dementia
care communication: Effects of emotional tone. Behavior Therapy, 42(1), 42-
46.
Williams, K. (2006). Improving outcomes of nursing home interactions.
Research in Nursing and Health, 29, 121-133.
Williams, K., Ilten, T., & Bower, H. (2005). Meeting communication needs:
Topics of talk in the nursing home. Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and
Mental Health Services, 43, 38-45.
Williams, K., Kemper, S., & Hummert, M.L., (2005). Enhancing
communication with older adults: Overcoming elderspeak, Journal of
Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 43, 2-6.
Williams, K., Kemper, S., & Hummert, M.L., (2004). Enhancing
communication with older adults: Overcoming elderspeak, Journal of
Gerontological Nursing, 30, 1-10.
Sigma Membership
Delta
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
Expert Opinion (nationally/internationally recognized)
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Elder Care, Aged, Older Adults, Improved Communication
Recommended Citation
Williams, Kristine N., "Building a Program of Research to Improve Communication and Care for Older Adults" (2025). International Nursing Research Congress (INRC). 290.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2025/presentations_2025/290
Conference Name
36th International Nursing Research Congress
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Seattle, Washington, USA
Conference Year
2025
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Building a Program of Research to Improve Communication and Care for Older Adults
Seattle, Washington, USA
Upon Induction to the Sigma International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame, Dr. Williams presented the development of her program of research focused on improving communication and care for older adults.