| Activities of Daily Living of Elderly in a Rural Area and Study for Related Factors |
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Ki Chul Song, Dae Kyum Kim |
| 일부 농촌지역 노인의 일상생활 동작능력 평가와 그에 영향을 주는 요인 |
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| Abstract |
BACKGROUND
The population is aging and life expectancy is increasing. It is important to evaluate the functional ability of elderly for optimal care for elderly. This study was conducted to assess functional disability of elderly and to find out the factors having an effect on the disability.
METHODS
It surveyed 1,541 individuals aged 65 years and older in Cluing-Yang province. Six ADL categories (bathing, dressing, feeding, transferring, toileting, and walking) were assessed and related factors were analyzed.
RESULTS
ADL was independent in 85.2% of elderly and dependent in 14.8% of elderly. 55.1% of dependent elders were living without family. Bathing was the most common disable AI)L category. The factors having an effect on the disability of ADL were brain disease, self-rated health status, dyspnea, constipation, heart disease, diabetic mellitus, and living status.
CONCLUSION
In a rural area, special prevention programs for brain disease, heart disease, and diabetic mellitus and a rehabilitation health service may improve ADL status of elders. |
| Key Words:
Elderly, Rural area, ADL |
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