ArticleBMC public health2024
Assessing family function: older adults vs. care nurses: a cross-sectional comparative study.
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- Heterogeneous trajectories of intrinsic capacity and their predictors: a Bayesian network analysis of a longitudinal cohort in Chinese nursing homes.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Family function and health self-management ability among older adults from mountainous areas in China: moderated mediation model in a cross-sectional study.BMC public health · 2025Article
- Diabetes Distress and Self-Efficacy Mediate the Relationship Between Family Function and Coping in Young and Middle-Aged Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity : targets and therapy · 2025Article
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backgroundThis study aimed to assess family function in home care for older adults. Understanding family dynamics is essential for providing quality care to older adults choosing to age in place.
methodsIn a cross-sectional study, 53 patients aged 65 or older receiving home care were evaluated, along with four home care nurses. The General Function of Family Assessment Device (FAD-GF) was used for self-assessment to examine family resources.
resultsOnly 5.7% of older adults reported good family function. Strong correlations were found between assessments by nurses and older adults. Among the six aspects of family function, "problem solving," "communication," "affective responsiveness," and the overall results showed no disparities between the evaluations of older adults and nurses.
conclusionsHome care nurses can effectively assess family function using the FAD-GF, particularly after six months of care. This assessment can help identify family issues and enhance home care quality through nurse training in FAD-GF application.
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