Table 8.
Independent predictors of demand for nursing care by the community-dwelling elderly from both urban and rural environments (n=1,718)
| Odds ratios for expectations for nursing carea | |
|---|---|
| Musculoskeletal disorders | 0.71*** (0.58–0.87) |
| MNA | 0.94*** (0.92–0.97) |
| Family situation – living alone | 1.38*** (1.09–1.75) |
| Form of care – care provided by family | 0.51*** (0.41–0.63) |
Notes:
***
P<0.001;
a
adjusted for age and sex. Data presented as odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals.
Abbreviation: MNA, mini nutritional assessment.