Table 3.
Multivariable logistic regression to examine factors independently associated with high adherence to prescribed western rheumatic medications.
| Variable | Odds Ratio | 95% Confidence Interval | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age, years | 1.06 | 1.03–1.09 | <0.001 |
| Married | 3.69 | 1.52–9.0 | 0.004 |
| Rheumatic Medication Regimen Complexity Score | 1.13 | 1.04–1.22 | 0.004 |
| Anxiety, T-score | 0.94 | 0.91–0.97 | 0.001 |
| Traditional Chinese medicine use | 3.96 | 1.86–8.40 | <0.001 |
Variables considered include age, employment status, disability, marital status, years lived in US, immigration age, medication regimen complexity, rheumatic medication regimen complexity, TCM use, PROMIS scores in sleep, cognitive concerns, anxiety, and instrumental support. These are all variables significant in bivariate analysis.