Cognitive and functional assessment about elderly people users of health public service

Melo, Beatriz Rodrigues de Souza; Diniz, Maria Angélica Andreotti; Casemiro, Francine Golghetto; Figueiredo, Leandro Corrêa; Santos-Orlandi, Ariene Angelini dos; Haas, Vanderlei José; Orlandi, Fabiana de Souza; Gratão, Aline Cristina Martins

doi:10.1590/2177-9465-ean-2016-0388

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“…The effects of age and education on performance in neuropsychological tests are consistently observed and represent a crucial variable in the results. These effects have been reported by many studies analyzing the relationship between formal education and low test scores among participants that concomitantly never attended school or have a low educational level 10 - 12 and are elderly. 3 , 10 , 11 …”

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Descriptive data in different paper-based cognitive assessments in elderly from the community Stratification by age and education

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Ottaviani

Souza

et al. 2018

Dement. neuropsychol.

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Cognitive aging is dynamic and heterogeneous in elderly, thus adequate tools such as paper-based tests are relevant to describe the cognitive profile of this population.Objective:To describe different paper-based cognitive assessments tests in elderly people stratified by age and education.Methods:A cross-sectional study of 667 elderly (≥60 years) living in the community was conducted. Sociodemographic information was collected. Global cognition was assessed by the Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination-Revised (ACE-R), Mini Addenbrooke’s Cognitive Examination (M-ACE) and Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, the t-test and Pearson’s Correlation Coefficient.Results:The findings showed a predominance of women (53.8%), mean age of 71.3 (±7.7) years and 3.6 (±3.5) years of education. The best global cognitive performance and cognitive domain assessment scores were found in the group with higher formal educational level. Each year of education was associated with an increase of up to 10% in scores on the M-ACE and MMSE and up to 11% in ACE-R scores. The mean values of the scores varied according to age, where the 60-69 years group had better scores than other age groups. The correlation matrix between the cognitive tests showed that near perfect correlations (r=1) were frequent in the subgroup with higher education.Conclusion:Younger elderly and those with higher educational level had greater global and domain scores. This study describes the scores of elderly for different strata of education and age. In practice, it is important to choose the most suitable screening instrument, considering the characteristics of the elderly.

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Descriptive data in different paper-based cognitive assessments in elderly from the community Stratification by age and education

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Souza

et al. 2018

Dement. neuropsychol.

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“…Thus, changes in regions responsible for cognitive functions are common 33 . Skills such as thinking, remembering, reasoning and producing responses to requests and external stimuli can be deficient and hinder the rehabilitation process 33,34 . Patients with DM2 and complaints of dizziness had lower medians in the MMSE, thus presenting a greater probability of cognitive impairment in this population, a fact that may hinder the balance rehabilitation process, in view of the need to change habits, perform exercises and alter routines 33,34 .…”

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Biopsychosocial factors associated with complaints of dizziness in older adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

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Dias

et al. 2020

Rev. bras. geriatr. gerontol.

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Objective: To analyze the biopsychosocial factors associated with complaints of dizziness in older adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive study with a sample selected for convenience was performed in a university hospital. The participants were individuals aged 60 years or older diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Patients were assessed using a multidimensional survey, containing sociodemographic, clinical-functional, psycho-psychological and cognitive data. The Mini-Mental State Exam and the Short Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-15) were used to screen for cognitive deficits and depressive symptoms, respectively, and the Timed Up and Go Test was used to assess mobility. Data analysis was performed using the Chi-square and Mann-Whitney tests. Results: The sample consisted of 157 older adults of whom 45.22% complained of dizziness. There was a statistically significant association between dizziness and the variables: female sex, being unmarried, a low level of education, a negative self-perception of general health and vision, complaints of pain in the lower limbs, a fear of falling, a tendency to fall, cognitive impairment and psychological symptoms. Conclusion: Knowledge of the factors associated with the complaint of dizziness in older adults with DM2 allows improved targeting of prevention, assessment and intervention actions, in order to minimize the occurrence of falls, maintain or optimize functional capacity and cognitive skills, and thus improve quality of life.

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“…The Lawton-Brody scale evaluates IADL, such as using the telephone, using a means of transport, shopping, preparing one's meals, cleaning and tidying up the house, taking medication, and handling finances. The score varies from 7 points (total dependence), 8 to 20 points (partial dependence), and 21 points (independence; Melo et al, 2017). The WHOQOL-OLD Questionnaire evaluates the QL of the elderly person and is composed of 24 items divided into six facets, each one of which has four items.…”

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Assessment of the functional capacity and quality of life of Brazilian elderly people living in a community

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Background: The loss of functional capacity (FC) by the elderly compromises autonomy and interferes with quality of life (QL). Objective: To evaluate the FC score and the QL of elderly people living in a community and to assess the influence of age and gender on FC and QL. Methodology: Quantitative, exploratory, descriptive research of an applied nature. Sixty-seven elderly people were cared for during the consultations scheduled in a family health unit. A sociodemographic and health data form, basic activities of daily living (BADL), instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) and QL evaluation instruments were used. Results: For the BADL, there was a lower score only for continence (54; 80.6%). The majority are independent (63; 94%) for IADL, mean QL score was 16.1 ± 1.9. There was a significant correlation between the variables age and BADL and between IADL and QL. Males obtained a higher mean score (μ = 26.26) for FC, and for QL, there was no significant difference (p > 0.05). Conclusion: Age and gender were associated with FC and QL of the elderly. Keywords: aged; family health strategy; quality of life; activities of daily living Resumo Enquadramento: A perda da capacidade funcional (CF) pelo idoso compromete a autonomia e interfere na qualidade de vida (QV). Objetivo: Avaliar a pontuação da CF e a QV dos idosos residentes em comunidade e verificar a influência da idade e sexo com a CF e QV. Metodologia: Pesquisa quantitativa, exploratória, descritiva e natureza aplicada. Participaram 67 idosos, atendidos durante as consultas programadas em unidade de saúde familiar. Utilizou-se o formulário de dados sociodemográficos e de saúde, instrumentos de avaliação das atividades de vida diária físicas (AVDF), atividades de vida diária instrumentais (AVDI) e QV. Resultados: Nas AVDF houve um menor registo apenas para a continência (54; 80,6%). A maioria é independente (63; 94%) para as AVDI, a pontuação média da QV foi de 16,1 ± 1,9. Houve correlação significativa entre as variáveis idade e AVDF e entre AVDI e QV. O sexo masculino obteve maior pontuação média (µ = 26,26) para CF e na QV não há diferença significativa (p > 0,05). Conclusão: A idade e sexo estavam associados a CF e QV do idoso. Palavras-chave: idosos; estratégia saúde da família; qualidade de vida; atividades quotidianas

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Cognitive and functional assessment about elderly people users of health public service

Cited by 20 publications

References 19 publications

Descriptive data in different paper-based cognitive assessments in elderly from the community Stratification by age and education

Descriptive data in different paper-based cognitive assessments in elderly from the community Stratification by age and education

Biopsychosocial factors associated with complaints of dizziness in older adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Assessment of the functional capacity and quality of life of Brazilian elderly people living in a community

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