Influence of pre-admission factors on quality of life and adaptation in nursing home residents with dementia: the QOL-EHPAD study protocol.

abstract：BACKGROUND:External housing-related control beliefs (HCB) and general self-efficacy (GSE) influence different health outcomes in the general ageing population, but there is no information of their role in people ageing with Parkinson's disease (PD). This study aimed to longitudinally assess the role of external HCB and...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Gefenaite G,Björk J,Iwarsson S,Slaug B,Schmidt SM,Nilsson MH

更新日期：2020-05-25 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Anemia and frailty contribute to poor health outcomes in older adults; however, most current research in lower income countries has concentrated on anemia or frailty alone rather than in combination. The aim of the present study was to investigate the association between anemia and frailty in community-dwell...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Ruan Y,Guo Y,Kowal P,Lu Y,Liu C,Sun S,Huang Z,Zheng Y,Wang W,Li G,Shi Y,Wu F

更新日期：2019-12-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Use of monitoring technologies (e.g. wearable or environmental sensors) in long-term care generates extensive ethical debate, primarily about their potential to enhance resident safety weighed against concerns about their impacts upon resident autonomy. There are a number of other ethical aspects which are f...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Hall A,Brown Wilson C,Stanmore E,Todd C

更新日期：2019-05-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the ageing population, the number of older trauma patients has increased. The aim of this study was to assess non-surgical health care costs of older trauma patients and to identify which characteristics of older trauma patients were associated with high health care costs. METHODS:Trauma patients aged ...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： van der Vlegel M,Haagsma JA,Geraerds AJLM,de Munter L,de Jongh MAC,Polinder S

更新日期：2020-10-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Memory complaints and depressive symptoms are frequently associated in older adults and both serve as potential indicators of future cognitive decline. However, the temporal ordering of the development of these two symptoms remains unclear. The goal of the current study was to examine concurrent and temporal...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Mogle J,Hill NL,Bhargava S,Bell TR,Bhang I

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Uncoordinated interprofessional communication in nursing homes increases the risk of polypharmacy and inappropriate medication use. This may lead to augmented frequency of adverse drug events, hospitalizations and mortality. The aims of this study were (1) to improve interprofessional communication and medic...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Mahlknecht A,Krisch L,Nestler N,Bauer U,Letz N,Zenz D,Schuler J,Fährmann L,Hempel G,Flamm M,Osterbrink J

更新日期：2019-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Benzodiazepines and related drugs affect physical functioning negatively and increase fall and fracture risk. As impaired muscle strength and balance are risk factors for falls, we examined the effects of hypnotic withdrawal on handgrip strength and balance in older adult outpatients during and after long-te...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Nurminen J,Puustinen J,Lähteenmäki R,Vahlberg T,Lyles A,Partinen M,Räihä I,Neuvonen PJ,Kivelä SL

更新日期：2014-11-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The main objective is to better understand the prevalence of depressive symptoms, in long-term care (LTC) residents with or without cognitive impairment across Western Canada. Secondary objectives are to examine comorbidities and other factors associated with of depressive symptoms, and treatments used in LT...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Hoben M,Heninger A,Holroyd-Leduc J,Knopp-Sihota J,Estabrooks C,Goodarzi Z

更新日期：2019-12-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This systematic review aims to review the literature on trial-based economic evaluations of non-pharmacological interventions directly targeted at persons with dementia as well as persons with mild cognitive impairment and their respective caregivers. METHODS:A systematic literature research was conducted f...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Nickel F,Barth J,Kolominsky-Rabas PL

更新日期：2018-03-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Femoral neck fractures (FNFs), which are common in the older population, are associated with high mortality and morbidity. Some 20% of FNFs are undisplaced (uFNFs). The routine surgical procedure for uFNFs is internal fixation (IF) with 2-3 screws/pins with a reported reoperation rate in older patients (age ...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Wolf O,Sjöholm P,Hailer NP,Möller M,Mukka S

更新日期：2020-01-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A growing number of older people, mainly women, live in single households. They represent a vulnerable group as staying at home may turn out challenging when care needs increase, particularly at the end of life. Non-kin-carers can play an essential role in supporting individuals' preferences to stay at home....

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Pleschberger S,Reitinger E,Trukeschitz B,Wosko P

更新日期：2019-08-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Frailty, which is defined as aging-related multisystem impairments, can lead to adverse health outcomes. However, evidence for such a connection in Chinese older adults remains lacking. This study examined the association between frailty and future falls and disability among community-dwelling Chinese older ...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Zhang Q,Zhao X,Liu H,Ding H

更新日期：2020-10-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of the study was to explore the single and combined contributions of body mass index (BMI) and lower extremity performance as modifiable physical factors, and the influence of use of a private car as an environmental factor on prevalent and incident life-space restriction in community-dwelling ol...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Tsuji T,Rantakokko M,Portegijs E,Viljanen A,Rantanen T

更新日期：2018-11-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As populations are aging, a growing number of home care clients are frail and use multiple, complex medications. Combined with the lack of coordination of care this may pose uncontrolled polypharmacy and potential patient safety risks. The aim of this study was to assess the impact of a care coordination int...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Toivo T,Airaksinen M,Dimitrow M,Savela E,Pelkonen K,Kiuru V,Suominen T,Uunimäki M,Kivelä SL,Leikola S,Puustinen J

更新日期：2019-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the growing number of young-older adults (baby-boomers), there is an increasing demand for assessment tools specific for this population, which are able to detect subtle balance and mobility deficits. Various balance and mobility tests already exist, but suffer from ceiling effects in higher functioning...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Weber M,Van Ancum J,Bergquist R,Taraldsen K,Gordt K,Mikolaizak AS,Nerz C,Pijnappels M,Jonkman NH,Maier AB,Helbostad JL,Vereijken B,Becker C,Schwenk M

更新日期：2018-07-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cross-sectional relationships between physical activity and health have been explored extensively, but less is known about how physical activity changes with time in older people. The aim of this study was to assess baseline predictors of how objectively measured physical activity changes with time in older ...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Clarke CL,Sniehotta FF,Vadiveloo T,Argo IS,Donnan PT,McMurdo MET,Witham MD

更新日期：2017-08-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malnutrition, low muscle strength and muscle mass are highly prevalent in older hospitalized patients and associated with adverse outcomes. Malnutrition may be a risk factor for developing low muscle mass. We aimed to investigate the association between the risk of malnutrition and 1) muscle strength and mus...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Pierik VD,Meskers CGM,Van Ancum JM,Numans ST,Verlaan S,Scheerman K,Kruizinga RC,Maier AB

更新日期：2017-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Geriatric patients are at high risk of re-admission after discharge. Pre-existing nutritional risk amongst these patients is of primary concern, with former nutritional intervention studies being largely ineffective. None of these studies has included individual dietary counselling by a registered dietician ...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Beck AM,Kjær S,Hansen BS,Storm RL,Thal-Jantzen K

更新日期：2011-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Food and drink are important determinants of physical and social health in care home residents. This study explored whether a pragmatic methodology including routinely collected data was feasible in UK care homes, to describe the health, wellbeing and nutritional status of care home residents and assess effe...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Kenkmann A,Price GM,Bolton J,Hooper L

更新日期：2010-05-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Using Singapore as a case study, this paper aims to understand the effects of the current long-term care policy and various alternative policy options on the labor market participation of primary informal family caregivers of elderly with disability. METHODS:A model of the long-term care system in Singapore...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Ansah JP,Matchar DB,Malhotra R,Love SR,Liu C,Do Y

更新日期：2016-03-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The development of ambulatory emergency care services, now called 'Same Day Emergency Care' (SDEC) has been advocated to provide sustainable high quality healthcare in an ageing population. However, there are few data on SDEC and the factors associated with successful ambulatory care in frail older people. W...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Elias TCN,Bowen J,Hassanzadeh R,Lasserson DS,Pendlebury ST

更新日期：2021-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Combining increased dietary protein intake and resistance exercise training for elderly people is a promising strategy to prevent or counteract the loss of muscle mass and decrease the risk of disabilities. Using findings from controlled interventions in a real-life setting requires adaptations to the interv...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： van Dongen EJ,Leerlooijer JN,Steijns JM,Tieland M,de Groot LC,Haveman-Nies A

更新日期：2017-01-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research participation burden, despite being an integral concept in research ethics, is not well-conceptualized in the context of the use of technology in research. This knowledge gap is especially critical for the older adult population as new technology solutions are increasingly embedded in clinical trial...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Kabacińska K,Sharma N,Kaye J,Mattek N,Kuzeljevic B,Robillard JM

更新日期：2020-02-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Many older people live at home, often with complex and chronic health and social care needs. Integrated care programs are increasingly being implemented as a way to better address these needs. To support older people living at home, it is also essential to maintain their safety. Integrated care programs have...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Lette M,Ambugo EA,Hagen TP,Nijpels G,Baan CA,de Bruin SR

更新日期：2020-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Primary care physicians need a brief and accurate screening test of dementia. The objective of this study was to determine whether a short form of Mini-Mental State Examination (SMMSE) was as accurate as the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) in screening dementia. METHODS:Based on case control design stu...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Haubois G,Annweiler C,Launay C,Fantino B,de Decker L,Allali G,Beauchet O

更新日期：2011-10-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In long-term care (LTC) homes in the province of Ontario, implementation of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment and The Braden Scale for predicting pressure ulcer risk were occurring simultaneously. The purpose of this study was, using available data sources, to develop a bedside MDS-based scale to identif...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Poss J,Murphy KM,Woodbury MG,Orsted H,Stevenson K,Williams G,Macalpine S,Curtin-Telegdi N,Hirdes JP

更新日期：2010-09-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Completion of advance directives (ADs) and power of attorney (POA) documents may protect a person's autonomy in future health care situations when the individual lacks decisional capacity. As such situations become naturally much more common in old age, we specifically aimed at providing information on (i) t...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Luck T,Rodriguez FS,Wiese B,van der Leeden C,Heser K,Bickel H,In der Schmitten J,Koenig HH,Weyerer S,Mamone S,Mallon T,Wagner M,Weeg D,Fuchs A,Brettschneider C,Werle J,Scherer M,Maier W,Riedel-Heller SG,AgeCoDe & Ag

更新日期：2017-04-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To date, there is no consensus regarding cardiovascular risk management in the very old. Studies have shown that the relationship between traditional cardiovascular risk factors and mortality is null or even inverted within this age group. This relationship could be modified by the presence of frailty. This ...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Vaes B,Depoortere D,Van Pottelbergh G,Matheï C,Neto J,Degryse J

更新日期：2017-10-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has become a worldwide pandemic and precise fatality data by age group is needed urgently. This study to delineate the clinical characteristics and outcome of COVID-19 patients aged ≥75 years and identify the risk factors of in-hospital death. METHODS:A total of 141...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Yu Z,Ke Y,Xie J,Yu H,Zhu W,He L,Zheng Q,Li C,Lu J,Li S,Wen S,Wei S,Liu N,Wei L,Bai R

更新日期：2020-11-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The number of people with dementia is increasing alongside the aging population, and most of these patients manifest with neuropsychiatric symptoms (NPS). The objective of this study was to investigate anti-dementia drug use and its associations with NPS. METHODS:Questionnaires on demographic information, c...

journal_title：BMC geriatrics

authors： Kuronen M,Koponen H,Nykänen I,Karppi P,Hartikainen S

更新日期：2015-08-13 00:00:00