Cultural Differences in Caregivers’ Attitudes Toward In-Hospital Mobility of Older Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Shulyaev Ksenya, Zisberg Anna, Smichenko Juliana, Shadmi Efrat, Gur-Yash Nurit
Primary Institution: University of Haifa
Hypothesis
There are cultural differences in family caregivers' attitudes toward the in-hospital mobility of older adults.
Conclusion
Cultural differences exist in attitudes of family caregivers regarding the mobility of their older family members, with Arab caregivers preferring less mobility during hospitalization.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregivers' attitudes were measured on a scale from 1 (negative) to 5 (positive).
- Caregivers' attitudes were 3.48 for Arab, 3.69 for ex-USSR migrants, and 3.82 for Jews.
- Significant differences in attitudes were found between cultural groups.
Takeaway
This study looked at how different cultures affect what family caregivers think about older adults moving around in the hospital. It found that Arab caregivers usually want their relatives to move less.
Methodology
The study involved 156 pairs of hospitalized older adults and family caregivers, collecting socio-demographic and health data, and measuring caregivers' attitudes toward mobility.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 23 (15%) Israeli Arabs, 33 (21%) ex-USSR migrants, and 100 (64%) native Israeli Jews.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=0.009
Statistical Significance
p=0.02
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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