Table 5 Parameters for predictors of malnutrition level as compared to normal and at risk of malnutrition (multivariable OLS model with stepwise backward regression method)

Pension fee user (yes)

0.268

0.205

1.31

0.192

0.87–1.95

Residence (rural)

0.731

0.259

2.08

0.005

1.25–3.45

Cover personal expense (no)

0.474

0.185

1.61

0.010

1.12–2.30

Have health Insurance (no)

0.458

0.250

1.58

0.067

0.97–2.58

Chronic pain (yes)

0.532

0.199

1.70

0.008

1.15–2.51

Hospitalization in the last year (yes)

0.464

0.205

1.59

0.023

1.27–2.38

Depression (yes)

0.233

0.028

1.26

0.001

1.20–1.34