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ArticleScientific reports2025

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding intrinsic capacity in the elderly population: A cross-sectional study in Shanghai, China.

Xu Zhou, Fei Gu, Zhirui Li, Yun Li, Xiao Liu, Xuan Liu, Tingting Huang

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Xu ZhouDepartment of general surgery, Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200071, China.
Fei GuSchool of Nursing, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine Lanzhou City, 730000, Gansu, Lanzhou, China.
Zhirui LiDepartment of internal medicine, Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200071, China.
Yun LiDepartment of general surgery, Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200071, China.
Xiao LiuDepartment of general surgery, Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200071, China.
Xuan LiuDepartment of Nephrology (Hemodialysis Center), Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 200071, China. liuxuan_97@126.com.
Tingting HuangSchool of Nursing, Shanghai Lida University, Shanghai, 201609, China. 1017333244@qq.com.

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Abstract

To investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of the elderly population regarding their intrinsic capacity, as defined by the World Health Organization as a marker of healthy aging. A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital from July to November 2023. Participants' socio-demographic information and KAP scores were collected through a self-designed questionnaire. A total of 507 elderly individuals participated, with 53.25% being male and a mean age of 70.76 ± 7.63 years. The mean knowledge, attitude, and practice scores were 19.58 ± 8.85, 30.07 ± 4.81, and 34.71 ± 7.77, respectively. Pearson's correlation analysis showed significant positive correlations among the KAP scores (all P < 0.001). Multivariate logistic regression indicated that knowledge scores (OR = 1.127, P < 0.001), attitude scores (OR = 1.189, P < 0.001), and current employment status (OR = 2.759, P = 0.009) were associated with proactive practices. Structural equation modeling demonstrated that knowledge had a direct influence on attitude (β = 0.572, P < 0.001) and practice (β = 0.776, P < 0.001), while attitude directly impacted practice (β = 0.412, P < 0.001). The study reveals that the elderly lack knowledge but have positive attitudes and proactive behaviors about intrinsic capacity. Enhancing education and attitudes is vital for healthy aging and well-being.

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Health Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHealthy AgingAgedAged, 80 and overChinaCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and QuestionnairesAttitudeElderly populationIntrinsic capacityKnowledgePractice

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PMCPMC11986137

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