Predictors of health decline in older adults with pneumonia: findings from the Community Acquired Pneumonia Impact Study

BackgroundThe purpose of this study was to identify predictors of health decline among older adults with clinically diagnosed community acquired pneumonia (CAP). It was hypothesized that older adults with CAP who had lower levels of social support would be more likely to report a decline in health.MethodsA telephone survey was used to collect detailed information from older adults about their experiences with CAP. A broader determinants of …