Bathing as a potential target for disability reduction in the oldest old

• Autores: Daniel J. Berlau, Maria M. Corrada, Carrie B. Peltz, Claudia H. Kawas
• Localización: American journal of public health, ISSN 0090-0036, Vol. 101, Nº. 2, 2011, págs. 200-201
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The article discusses research on disabilities that hinder activities of daily living (ADL) among people who are 90 years of age and older as part of a so-called "90+ Study." The article focuses on bathing limitations experienced in this population. A survey of incident disability and statistical findings regarding bathing and other ADL disabilities are discussed.