Comparison of frailty between users and nonusers of a day care center using the Kihon Checklist in Brazil

Conclusion The users of the day care center were frailer than nonusers, especially with regard to independence in instrumental activities of daily living, physical strength, cognitive function, and mood. Health care workers should use the Kihon Checklist to verify frequently the condition of elderly patients to prevent worsening of frailty.
Source: Journal of Clinical Gerontology and Geriatrics - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research