Prevalence and risk factors of burden among caregivers of older emergency department patients.

ABSTRACT: The number of older individuals that live independently at home is rising. These older individuals often rely on caregivers who have a similar age and health status. Therefore, caregivers may experience a high burden. We determined the prevalence and associating factors of burden among caregivers of older patients in the emergency department (ED). A cross-sectional study of primary caregivers of patients aged ≥ 70 years visiting the ED of a Dutch teaching hospital was performed. Structured interviews were conducted with patients and their caregivers. Caregiver burden was measured using the caregiver strain index (CSI). Additionally, data from questionnaires and medical records were extracted to determine potential associating factors. Univariate and multivariate regression analyses were co

SUBMITTER: Zaalberg T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10160020 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature