J Korean Acad Fundam Nurs.
2002 Apr;9(1):45-55.
A Study of the Relationship between Facility Satisfaction, Depression and ADL in the Elderly People Residing
in Nursing Homes
- Affiliations
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- 1Department of Nursing Science of Ewha Womans University, Korea.
- 2Department of Nursing, Hyechon College, Korea. jileet@yahoo.co.kr
Abstract
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The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between satisfaction with facility, depression and ADL in elderly people residing in nursing homes. Data were collected between April 4 and 16, 2001 using a structured questionnaire which included general characteristics, facility satisfaction, depression and ADL scales. The results of this study are summarized as follows : 1. Depression and ADL showed a significant relationship(r=0.340, p=0.004). 2. ADL and satisfaction with facility also showed a significant relationship(r= 0.401, p=0.001). 3. There was no direct relationship between depression and satisfaction with facility (r=0.133, p=0.269).
In conclusion, the following suggestions are made: First there is a need for continuous study on the relationship between satisfaction with facility, depression and ADL in elderly people residing in nursing homes. Second, a wide range of study on elderly people who live in home and stay at hospital in addition to those who reside in nursing homes is required.