Geriatrics & gerontology international
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Geriatr Gerontol Int · Mar 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialInfluence of health locus of control on recovery of function in recently hospitalized frail older adults.
To investigate the influence of health locus of control on physical function, quality of life, depression and satisfaction with care transition in a sample of older adults after a hospital admission. ⋯ A stronger sense of personal control over health was associated with better maintenance of quality of life and physical function at 12 months in older adults undergoing usual care transition after acute hospitalization. Modification of control beliefs has the potential to promote resilience and impact on health outcomes in older adults during care transitions.
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Geriatr Gerontol Int · Mar 2015
Comparative StudyRecognition of and intent to use gastrostomy or ventilator treatments in older patients with advanced dementia: differences between laypeople and healthcare professionals in Japan.
We compared differences between laypeople and healthcare professionals in the recognition of and intent to use gastrostomy and ventilator treatments in older patients with dementia. ⋯ It is necessary to increase our understanding regarding knowledge of end-of-life care options of both laypeople and healthcare professionals.
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Geriatr Gerontol Int · Mar 2015
Association between habitual light-intensity physical activity and lower-extremity performance: a cross-sectional study of community-dwelling older Japanese adults.
Habitual moderate vigorous-intensity physical activity (MVPA) positively affects lower-extremity performance. It is unclear whether habitual light-intensity physical activity (LPA), such as leisurely walking, has similar effects on lower-extremity performance. The aim of the present study was to identify the associations between habitual LPA and lower-extremity performance in older adults. ⋯ These results suggest that habitual LPA is a useful lifestyle indicator of better performance in lower-extremity strength and gait with dynamic balance. Maintaining a higher level of LPA could be a recommended approach for preserving lower-extremity performance, especially among physically frail older adults.