Risk Factors for Nursing Home Admission from Residential Care Facilities
Author Information
Author(s): Son Jung Yoen, Marriott Deanna J, Struble Laura, Weiyun Chen, Larson Janet
Primary Institution: University of Michigan
Hypothesis
This study aimed to identify baseline and time-varying factors associated with transfers to a nursing home over 8 years.
Conclusion
Better physical performance and maintaining physical activity are linked to a lower risk of nursing home admission.
Supporting Evidence
- Those with better physical performance at baseline had a lower risk for nursing home admission.
- College-educated residents showed a significantly lower risk for nursing home admission.
- Maintaining physical activity was associated with a lower risk for nursing home admission.
- Fewer difficulties in activities of daily living were linked to a lower risk for nursing home admission.
Takeaway
Older people in care homes who stay active and are in good shape are less likely to move to a nursing home.
Methodology
Cox proportional hazards regression was used to examine predictors associated with nursing home admission.
Limitations
Limited studies have examined risk factors for nursing home admission, and prior research had short follow-ups.
Participant Demographics
Mean age at baseline was 85.7 years, with 67.2% women and 83.1% White.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
HR=0.83, CI=0.79-0.88; HR=0.58, CI=0.37-0.86; HR=0.56, CI=0.37-0.86; HR=0.87, CI=0.80-0.94; HR=1.13, CI=1.02-1.26
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