Effectiveness of an Aging-Related Preparation Education Program for Older Chinese Migrants in Japan
2024
Effectiveness of an Aging-Related Preparation Education Program for Older Chinese Migrants in Japan
Sample size: 22
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yao Li, Masaki Harue
Primary Institution: Chiba University
Hypothesis
The education program will improve the preparedness of older Chinese migrants for long-term care.
Conclusion
The education program improved participants’ status of preparing for long-term care.
Supporting Evidence
- The median PFCN-14 total scores improved from 40.00% before the intervention to 48.50% one month after.
- There were significant differences in PFCN-14 scores before and after the intervention.
Takeaway
This study shows that an education program can help older Chinese people in Japan get ready for long-term care.
Methodology
A before-after study using the PFCN-14 and AAQ questionnaires, analyzed with descriptive statistics and Friedman non-parametric repeated measures ANOVA.
Participant Demographics
Average age of participants was 73 years, with 63.6% being female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
P<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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