Rong Tang, Xia Zhang, Shu Yan, Bi Guan, Yan Li, Qing Luo, Rongmei Lai, Haiyan Wan, Yongxue Yang, Liangnan Zeng
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to examine the characteristics of assistive device users and influencing factors among disabled elderly in China. METHODS: A total of 13,510 disabled elderly in Sichuan Province were surveyed. Disability was assessed using the Barthel Activities of Daily Living Scale, mental status, sensory perception, and social engagement evaluation. Univariate analysis and logistic regression analysis were employed to identify the impact factors. RESULTS: The prevalence of assistive device utilization among participants was 79...
April 23, 2024: Public Health Nursing