Table 1

Original prediction model for treated residents3 (logistic regression model, after internal validation)

PredictorRegression coefficient
Intercept−6.263
Male gender0.447
Respiratory rate (per unit)0.027
Respiratory difficulty (y/n)0.667
Pulse rate (per unit)0.019
Decreased alertness (y/n)0.692
Insufficient fluid intake (y/n)0.561
Eating dependency*0.771
Pressure sore (y/n)0.557
  • *Per point more dependent on a 3-point scale (0, independent; 1, need for assistance; 2, fully dependent).