PREDICTORS OF THE DESIRE TO INSTITUTIONALIZE IN CARE PARTNERS OF HOSPITALIZED PERSONS WITH DEMENTIA AT DISCHARGE

Abstract Hospitalized persons with dementia are more likely to be discharged long-term nursing home care as compared without dementia. The desire seek this is due in large part the inability of family partners continue provide at home. This study aimed identify predictors institutionalize (DTI) hospital discharge. A stepwise multiple linear regression was done examine dyad factors among 434 patient and associated DTI . Lower preparedness for caregiving (p < .001), higher caregiver strain = .039), cohabitation .001) partner race (White; p .016) were DTI. Findings underscore need assess caregiving, strain, living situation upon admission, suggest racial differences care.