Frailty profile among elderly patients in the outpatient medical rehabilitation unit of RSUD Dr. Soetomo, Surabaya, during the period of march-august 2023

Abstract

The prevalence of the elderly population is increasing, often accompanied by a rise in the prevalence of symptoms related to declining functions caused by the aging process. Findings from a study on frailty conducted in Surabaya's elderly community revealed that 36.7% of subjects were in a frail state, with a higher percentage of females (31.5%) being frail compared to males (5.2%). This indicates a significant prevalence of elderly individuals experiencing frailty syndrome. Consequently, this research aims to determine the incidence of frailty among the elderly in the Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation Unit of Dr. Soetomo Regional General Hospital during the period of March-August 2023. The research objective is to understand the frailty profile in elderly patients at the Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation Unit of Dr. Soetomo Regional General Hospital in Surabaya during the specified period. This study is a descriptive research type utilizing a cross-sectional survey method. Data processing involves computerized calculations using coding, entry, cleaning, and saving methods. Data analysis is conducted using descriptive methods, and the analyzed data will be presented through tables and diagrams to elaborate on the incidence of frailty in the Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation Unit of Dr. Soetomo Regional General Hospital during March-August 2023. The results of this study indicate a significant incidence of frailty among elderly patients in the Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation Unit of Dr. Soetomo Regional General Hospital in Surabaya during the specified period, categorized into three groups. The frailty category comprises 58.2%, the prefrailty category comprises 30.9%, and the robust category comprises 10.9%. The conclusion drawn from this research includes the characteristic data of elderly patients at the Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation Unit of Dr. Soetomo Regional General Hospital in Surabaya during March-August 2023, encompassing gender, age, frequency of visits, highest education level, body mass index (BMI), ability to perform daily physical activities, and comorbidities.