Title: The level and influencing factors of quality of life in old people in nursing homes in Urumqi
Abstract:Objective To investigate the level and influencing factors of quality of life in old people in nursing homes of Urumchi. Methods Totally,406 old people in 12 elderly homes in Urumqi were investigated ...Objective To investigate the level and influencing factors of quality of life in old people in nursing homes of Urumchi. Methods Totally,406 old people in 12 elderly homes in Urumqi were investigated using Short-Form 36 Health Survey Questionnaire( SF-36). Multiple linear regression was used to analyze the influencing factors. Results The average score of quality of life was( 102. 82 ± 17. 76). The self-care dependency ratio was 51. 48%. The influencing factors of elder's quality of life were as follows: age,ethnic,education,marriage,family monthly income,activity of daily living and chronic diseases.Conclusion The situation of QOL in old people is in a middle level and needs be emphasized by whole society. Based on its influecing factors,we will have a good chance to achieve a health-oriented QOL.Read More
Publication Year: 2014
Publication Date: 2014-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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