Associations between self-perceived quality of life and socio-demographic, psychosocial, and health variables in a group of elderly

Oliveira, Sérgio Eduardo Silva de; Hohendorff, Jean Von; Müller, Juliana de Lima; Bandeira, Denise Ruschel; Koller, Sílvia Helena; Fleck, Marcelo Pio de Almeida; Trentini, Clarissa Marceli

doi:10.1590/s0102-311x2013001100017

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“…Aging of the population is a global phenomenon, which demands action on an international, national and a regional scale . Fortunately, there has been a constantly growing awareness of health issues relating to the geriatric population . The health concerns of older adults are essentially complicated by economic, psychological and social interactions.…”

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Predictors of mortality in older patients admitted to a geriatric hospital

Agrawal

Łuc

Winkowski

et al. 2018

Geriatrics Gerontology Int

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Aim The identification of older patients at risk of mortality is important to provide properly tailored care and effectively manage healthcare resources. The present study aimed to identify predictors of all‐cause mortality related to geriatric patients’ clinical, functional and sociodemographic status at admission. Methods A retrospective study was carried out of patients admitted to a geriatric hospital from January to May 2013. A total of 208 patients were enrolled in the study. The outcome measure was 4‐year mortality. Results The mortality rate was 26%. We found that age, red blood cells count and white blood cells count, as well as C‐reactive protein level, albumin level and high‐density lipoprotein cholesterol level significantly correlated with mortality. Furthermore, the presence of clinical symptoms, such as pressure ulcers and depressed level of consciousness, was predictive of poor outcome. Multidimensional aspects of aging that are assessed in the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment – activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, Barthel scale, Mini‐Mental State Examination and The Clock Drawing Test – appeared to be strong predictors of 4‐year mortality. The expression to estimate the probability of mortality based on the examined variables correctly classified nearly 85% of the analyzed cases. Conclusions Early detection of high‐risk patients is of particular significance to reach a better survival rate among older adults. Clinicians should put more stress on the comprehensive surveillance of geriatric patients, rather than focusing solely on the treatment of chronic diseases. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2019; 19: 70–75.

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Predictors of mortality in older patients admitted to a geriatric hospital

Agrawal

Łuc

Winkowski

et al. 2018

Geriatrics Gerontology Int

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“…Health status is a preponderant part of older people's overall QoL [7][8][9][10][11][12][13]. However, many of those with chronic conditions and functional difficulties still consider their QoL as good [14], suggesting that other factors are considered in their appreciation.…”

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Determinants of quality of life in community-dwelling older adults: comparing three cut-offs on the excellent-to-poor spectrum

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“…Women who used to be confined to their duties at home, now due to the rising inflation and cost of living, are compelled to leave their homes, earn and contribute to the family expenses. 15, 16 Women's labor force participation has reduced the number of care givers available to care for their elderly relatives (16,17).The study provided evidence to support association between living alone and preference to live in "Old Age Homes". Since living alone made them feel left out and lack of social circle and no family made them dread for death, so in "Old Age Homes", they think that they will be able to make new friends and have someone to talk and share feelings with of same age group (18,20).…”

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Old Age Homes: Are They Acceptable to Pakistani Geriatric Population? Results of a Survey of Elderly Outpatients Visiting Teaching Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan

Qidwai

Khushk

Farooq

et al. 2018

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Background: Worldwide, some one million people pass the sixty year old threshold every month (Ageing, WHO). Between 2010 and 2050, the number of older people in less developed countries is projected to increase. Methods: Cross-sectional study conducted in Outpatient clinics (OPD) of two hospitals in Karachi from April to May 2013. Elderly (> 60 years of age) visiting the clinics were consecutively recruited. 477 elderly were approached and a pretested, structured questionnaire was used to obtain information. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 19 and Pearson chi-square test was used to identify the factors related to choosing of "Old Age Homes". Results: A total of 400 participants were selected. Fifty-five percent of the elderly were in between 60 to 65 years of age and majority was males 54.8 percent. Elderly were aware of the presence of "Old Age Homes" in Pakistan, however only 7 percent choose to live in there. The main reason was found to be that the elderly did not want to go away from their families and loved ones. Conclusion: In conclusion, majority of the participants felt insecure to live in a home with strangers. However, "Old Age Homes" were preferred choice for those with chronic diseases or those living alone. Media should initiate public education programs to reduce social stigmas in seeking alternate long-term care services outside of the family.

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Associations between self-perceived quality of life and socio-demographic, psychosocial, and health variables in a group of elderly

Cited by 5 publications

References 35 publications

Predictors of mortality in older patients admitted to a geriatric hospital

Predictors of mortality in older patients admitted to a geriatric hospital

Determinants of quality of life in community-dwelling older adults: comparing three cut-offs on the excellent-to-poor spectrum

Old Age Homes: Are They Acceptable to Pakistani Geriatric Population? Results of a Survey of Elderly Outpatients Visiting Teaching Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan

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