Validation of the WHOQOL-OLD Module in people cared for in Organizations for the Elderly adult

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15381/pesquimat.v24i1.19478

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Structural equation model, Quality of life

Abstract

Abstract: WHOQOL-OLD is an instrument designed by the WHO to measure quality of life in older adults. Objective: To validate the WHOQOL-OLD module to evaluate the quality of life of people cared for in organizations for the Elderly in the Miraflores district. Method: The study has a quantitative, non-experimental, cross-sectional approach. The sample design is probabilistic and a sample size of 325 elderly people randomly selected from the three Elderly Care Centers in the district of Miraflores. To validate the WHOQOL-OLD module, the structural equation model was used in three stages detailed in the document. Results: By means of the estimation method by Least Squares of free distribution, the Quality of Life applying the WHOQOL-OLD Module of the WHO, directly and positively influences five of its six factors, with satisfactory adjustment indices (GFI = 0.94 ; SRMR = 0.10; CFI = 0.94; NFI = 0.90; PGFI = 0.70). Conclusions: The WHOQOL-OLD Module of the WHO, it was not possible to validate it completely, since the facet. “Activities in time" did not present the necessary contribution for its validation.

Author Biography

  • Emma Cambillo Moyano, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Facultad de Ciencias Matemáticas. Lima, Peru

    Statistician graduated from the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, with a Master's degree in Statistics from the State University of Campinas-Brazil. Completed studies of Doctorate in Basic Sciences, Specialty in Environment and Sustainable Development. Professional Skills Assessor, certified by SINEACE. Emma, is a specialist in multivariate data analysis and statistical computing, Solid knowledge in multivariate statistical techniques in data mining. Experience in university teaching. Application of Structural Equation Models in various areas.

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2021-06-30

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Vol. 24 No. 1 (2021)

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Validation of the WHOQOL-OLD Module in people cared for in Organizations for the Elderly adult. (2021). Pesquimat, 24(1), 9-22. https://doi.org/10.15381/pesquimat.v24i1.19478