Prevalence of cognitive impairment and associated factors in older adult residents of Hogar Cristo Rey

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https://doi.org/10.18537/RFCM.43.02.05

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cognitive dysfunction, aged, quality of life

Abstract

Introduction: cognitive impairment is one of the most prevalent conditions in older adults who are residing in care centers, impacting negatively in their quality of life and interfering with the performance of daily activities.

Objective: to determine the prevalence of cognitive impairment, and associated factors, in older adults at Hogar Cristo Rey.

Methodology: an analytical observational study was carried out with a sample of 87 older adults. A data collection form and Mini-Mental State Test (MMSE) were used. Data were analyzed using SPSS 25, Epi Info 7.2.6.0, and Microsoft Excel 2019. Data were also interpreted using percentages, frequencies, chi-square tests, and prevalence odds ratios (PORs) with 95% CI.

Results: the prevalence of cognitive impairment was 66.67%. A statistically significant association (p<0.05) was found between cognitive impairment and polypharmacy and physical activity; risk factors: female sex (RMP 4.061; 95% CI 1.580–10.440), and polypharmacy (RMP 2.676; 95% CI 1.293–8.425); protective factor: physical activity in severe impairment (RMP 0.164; 95% CI 0.031–0.867).

Conclusions: cognitive impairment is highly prevalent (66.67%) among older adults at Hogar Cristo Rey. Female sex and polypharmacy were identified as risk factors, while physical activity was found as a protective factor against severe impairment.

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Published

2025-08-04

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Vol. 43 No. 2 (2025): Revista de la Facultad de Ciencias Médicas de la Universidad de Cuenca

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