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. 2019 Apr 8;14(4):e0215002. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0215002

Table 3. Multivariate logistic regression predicting independence functional in the performance of the transfer to the shower/bath (n = 193).

Independent variables Odds ratio 95% CI p value
Body functions
Cognitive impairment
Yes a 0.24 0.10–0.58 0.002
No 1.00
Sensory function (communication/vision)
Dependent on assistance/supervision b 0.54 0.22–1.30 0.167
Independent 1.00
Lower limb mobility
Dependent in lower limb mobility activities b 0.27 0.11–0.70 0.007
Independent 1.00
Health conditions (diagnosed)
Stroke
Yes 0.50 0.18–1.35 0.169
No 1.00
Health care received by the participant c
Rehabilitation intervention
Yes 0.21 0.04–1.08 0.061
No 1.00
Assistive products for the shower/bath transfer
No. of product categories used 2.59 1.48–4.53 0.001

Dependent variable: independent performance = 1; personal assistance = 0 (according to the modified Barthel Index). All values that are statistically significant are indicated in bold.

a ≥ 3 points in the Red Cross Mental Scale.

b ≥ 3 points in the PULSES-Profile.

c In the last two years.