Table 1 Various risk factors associated with hospitalizations for older persons
Risk domain | Specific risk factors |
|---|---|
Age | Increasing age |
Frequency of hospitalizations | Previous hospitalization |
Gender | Male Female |
Health-related conditions | Severity of disease Comorbidity Functional decline/disability Respiratory disease Ischaemic heart disease Atrial fibrillation Cancer Leg ulcers |
Living conditions | Low socio-economic level Deprivation Living alone, without help |
Behavioral factors | Lack of exercise Falls Poor nutrition |