How common is frailty in older Australians?

abstract：AIM:The present study explores how Australian older adults use the Internet. METHOD:Older adults were recruited online to complete an online survey. RESULTS:Participants primarily used the Internet for interpersonal communication, followed by information seeking, commerce and entertainment. CONCLUSION:The Internet i...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Sum S,Mathews RM,Hughes I

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To explore how local governance enables access to resources, creates opportunities and increases capability for older people in rural communities to experience social inclusion. METHOD:Twenty-six semi-structured interviews were undertaken with community stakeholders across two rural communities in north-east Victo...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Winterton R,Clune S,Warburton J,Martin J

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate whether physical training (alone or in a multi-component intervention) is effective in preventing delirium or improving outcomes for adult patients with delirium in the hospital setting. METHODS:A systematic review, qualitative synthesis and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials identi...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Haley MN,Casey P,Kane RY,Dārziņš P,Lawler K

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this article was to review the literature around Australian medical student attitudes towards older people. METHODS:An Ovid cross-search and SCOPUS search were performed using keywords such as 'Attitude', 'Medical Student' and 'Aged or Older or Elderly'. RESULTS:Several recent studies have invest...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Wilson MA,Kurrle SE,Wilson I

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:There is a paucity of health-related research on older Asian immigrants in New Zealand. The aim of this review was to critically examine literature on the health and well-being of this population group. METHODS:An integrative literature review was conducted from December 2017 to February 2018. Online databas...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Montayre J,De-Arth J,Shrestha-Ranjit J,Neville S,Holroyd E

更新日期：2019-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine the non-medical needs of older patients in the emergency department (ED). METHODS:We undertook a cross-sectional survey of three age groups (50-64, 65-79, 80+ years) using a self-administered questionnaire with five response options (strongly agree-strongly disagree) for 31 items. RESULTS:There were ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Liu B,Taylor DM,Ling SL,MacGibbon P

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the relationships between cardiovascular risk factors, cardiovascular health at baseline, and cardiovascular disease (CVD) events 28 months later, in advanced age. METHODS:108 adults in advanced age were recruited. Data were collected through a standardised questionnaire including a measure of physical ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Teh RO,Kerse NM,Robinson EM,Doughty RN,Whalley GA

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To identify attributes of rapid response services designed to support people with very severe and extreme responsive behaviours, otherwise known as behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, in aged care homes. METHODS:A rapid evidence assessment was conducted to inform the evaluation of the Severe...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Westera A,Fildes D,Grootemaat P,Gordon R

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:  Oxidative stress may be associated with the pathophysiology of knee osteoarthritis (OA), a health-care issue. The present study aimed to compare oxidative status levels of patients with and without knee OA, using the Reactive Oxygen Metabolites (d-ROMs, Diacron, Italy) test, which has proved to be clinically usef...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Kotani K,Sakane N,Kamimoto M,Taniguchi N

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Several tests are available for aphasia screening following stroke. However, some of them have shortcomings such as need of specialist knowledge, low sensitivity and/or specificity and lengthy administration time. Our study aims to evaluate the language component of the Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination--Revised ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Gaber TA,Parsons F,Gautam V

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To determine whether older people are prescribed antidepressants at lower levels of depression and with fewer symptoms, and whether they are more likely to engage in chronic usage than younger adults. METHODS:An online survey about experiences with, and opinions about, depression and antidepressants was completed ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Read J,Gibson KL,Cartwright C

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To examine the lifetime prevalence and initial onset of diseases among centenarians. METHODS:In this descriptive study, we administered structured questionnaires by interview to 188 centenarians and asked about the presence and timing of 14 common age-related diseases. RESULTS:The most common conditions were ocul...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Richmond RL,Law J,KayLambkin F

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effects of a 4.5-week geriatric medicine course on fifth year medical students' perception of the importance of and their competence in prescribing exercise to older people. METHODS:The modified Exercise and Physical Activity Competence Questionnaire was administered to 81 students before an...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Jadczak AD,Tam KL,Yu S,Visvanathan R

更新日期：2017-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:  To explore the ongoing impact of arthritis on older community-dwelling women over 9 years of Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health data. METHODS:  National longitudinal surveys (1996-2005) were conducted with a random sample of 12432 Australian women, aged 70-75 years in 1996. Self-report of doctor dia...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Parkinson L,Gibson R,Robinson I,Byles J

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify Rehabilitation Indices associated with a minimal trauma fracture (MTF) within 12 months poststroke. METHODS:Retrospective case-control study. Stroke survivors with MTF were matched 5:1 with stroke survivors without MTF. Logistic regression determined whether Rehabilitation Indices, such as Physio...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： David SM,Chan K,Inderjeeth C,Raymond WD

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This discussion paper identifies four core factors currently impeding the application of the dignity of risk principle in residential aged care settings in Victoria, Australia: the fluctuating decision-making ability of residents; multiple participants in decision-making; discordance between espoused values and action...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Ibrahim JE,Davis MC

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To understand the dynamics underlying 'bed-blocking' in Australian public hospitals that is frequently blamed on older patients. METHODS:Analysis of primary and secondary data of utilisation patterns of hospital and aged care services by older Australians. RESULTS:A model of the dynamics at the acute-aged c...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Travers CM,McDonnell GD,Broe GA,Anderson P,Karmel R,Duckett SJ,Gray LC

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:The associations between perceived wellness and health-related quality of life, comorbidities and modifiable lifestyle factors in older adults were explored. METHODS:Self-administered questionnaires including the Perceived Wellness Survey and the 36-Item Short Form of the Medical Outcomes Study version two were di...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Foottit J,Anderson D

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Reducing the need for permanent accommodation in nursing homes (residential aged care services) for young people is a major challenge in Australia and internationally. This study investigated the use of innovative geo-mapping strategies to describe the geographical distribution of young people living in resid...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Zail J,Eastwood K,Bugeja L,Bassed R,Ibrahim JE

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The large baby boomer cohort is beginning to reach retirement age. This paper reviews recent Australian literature on baby boomers' health and health behaviours. Databases were searched for peer-reviewed literature and the Internet for online studies and reports. The boomers can expect an increased life span compared ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Humpel N,O'Loughlin K,Wells Y,Kendig H

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To model impact of modifiable risk behaviour on dementia prevalence among the Australian population aged 45 years and over. METHODS:A group-based computer model was constructed to estimate the impact of modifying risk behaviour on dementia prevalence. RESULTS:Based on population ageing, the number of people aged ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Nepal B,Brown L,Ranmuthugala G

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To assess the changes in fifth-year medical students' perceptions of the importance of frailty and competence in assessing, diagnosing and managing frailty after a 4.5-week geriatric medicine course. METHODS:Students' perceived importance and competence was assessed before and after the course using a 26-ite...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Arakawa Martins B,Jadczak AD,Dollard J,Barrie H,Mahajan N,Tam KL,Visvanathan R

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Prognostication is important in clinical decision-making, especially for older people. The aim was to present estimates of life expectancy for older people in New Zealand. METHODS:Statistics New Zealand age-sex-specific death rates were used to derive quartiles of expected years of life remaining in people a...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Broad JB,Dunstan K,Claridge A,Harris R

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe referral source, meal ordering patterns and the nutrient composition of meals from a regional Meals on Wheels (MOW) service. METHODS:Referral sources were obtained via retrospective chart audit and compared for 2008 and 2012. Nutrient content of the three most common meal combinations was compare...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Charlton KE,Tjong M,North J,Walton K

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of seated exercise on impairment, activity and participation levels of older adults living with a health condition or impairment. METHODS:A systematic search of health databases combined concepts of seated exercise and controlled trials. Selected trials were appraised for quality and ...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Sexton BP,Taylor NF

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper will focus on the provision of community aged care services via 'direct payments' and 'social enterprise'. These are two solutions that were not fully considered by the Productivity Commission as a way to make the provision of community aged care more sustainable in Australia. The empowerment component of s...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Taylor C,Donoghue J

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the language and meanings that retirees give to goals, including their perceptions of the benefits and limitations of pursuing goals in retirement. METHODS:In-depth interviews and mini-group discussions were conducted with 60 community-dwelling Australian retirees aged 57 to 88 years. Data wer...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Dudley D,O'Loughlin K,Lewis S,Loh V

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This paper describes a workshop process conducted to guide funding priorities for the Ageing Well National Science Challenge in New Zealand (NZ). METHODS:Based on the Checklist for Health Research Priority Setting, stakeholders networking workshops were conducted in five main cities in NZ (n = 133 attendees)...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Doolan-Noble F,Mehta P,Waters D,Baxter GD

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Education affects the attitudes and abilities of health professionals regarding older people. This study examines the nature and amount of ageing-related content in programs at universities and in continuing education in Queensland for disciplines involved in the direct care of older people. METHODS:Surveys...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Liddle J,Beattie E,Gannon B,Bennett S,Pachana NA

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare the Home and Community Care Program (HACC) target population defined on the basis of the ABS Survey of Disability, Ageing and Carers (SDAC) with 2006 census data on need for assistance. METHODS:The number of people with different levels of core activity limitation as defined in the SDAC was estim...

journal_title：Australasian journal on ageing

authors： Howe AL

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00