Evaluation of Quality of Life in Elderly Individuals With Chronic Diseases Within Health Empowerment Theory

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate how health literacy and social support influence the quality of life in elderly individuals with chronic diseases.
• Assessment of health literacy levels among elderly individuals
• Evaluation of social support structures available to the elderly
• Analysis of quality of life indicators in relation to health empowerment theory
• Health literacy significantly enhances quality of life among the elderly with chronic diseases.
• Social support strongly correlates with improved health empowerment.
• Public health nurses are essential in implementing supportive education and counseling programs.