Table 3.
Selection of categories in predefined answer options vs. open-ended question regarding quality of life.
| Categories | Open-Ended Questions (n = 63) | Predefined Options (n = 60) | p-Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cognition | 11 (17%) | 43 (72%) | <0.001 |
| Family (including partner) | 16 (27%) | 42 (70%) | <0.001 |
| Independence | 30 (48%) | 34 (57%) | 0.32 |
| Staying in your own home | 2 (3%) | 29 (48%) | <0.001 |
| Community | 15 (24%) | 24 (40%) | 0.05 |
| Helping others | 7 (11%) | 21 (35%) | 0.002 |
| Energy | 6 (10%) | 17 (28%) | 0.01 |
| Health | 27 (43%) | 16 (27%) | 0.06 |
| Good life | 4 (6%) | 15 (25%) | 0.004 |
| Well-being | 13 (21%) | 13 (22%) | 0.89 |
| Religion | 4 (6%) | 10 (17%) | 0.07 |
| Leisure activities | 31 (49%) | 8 (13%) | <0.001 |
| Financial worries | 3 (5%) | ** | x |
** not asked in the top five selection.