Data of a sub-analysis of the DEMDATA study: characteristics of Austrian and Czech nursing homes residents
Abstract
The aim of this data paper is to provide the data set of a sub-analysis of the DEMDATA study data. In the DEMDATA study, epidemiological data on the prevalence and severity of dementia, as well as functioning, behavioral problems and other health related factors in residents living in Austrian and Czech nursing homes were collected.
The DEMDATA project further provides information on relatives' perception of the life Quality of residents, care team burden as well as environmental factors. Participating nursing homes were randomly drawn and stratified.
Inclusion criteria for participation were that the resident was living permanently in the institution and that he/she and/or a legal representative (where relevant) had signed an informed consent.