<ORIGINAL>Positive correlation between the face anxiety scale and the state anxiety inventory in elderly Dental patients

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Anxiety is a state of uneasiness and apprehension, and is known to increase the intensity of pain experienced by patients. We have been using a newly developed ace anxiety scale (FAS) because the level of anxiety can conveniently be assessed in six grades, represented by six pictured faces, ranging from a smiling face to an anxious face. In the present study, in order to verify the reliability of the FAS in the elderly, the correlation between the FAS and the STAI was investigated in patients over 65 years of age. Sixteen patients took a total of 32 tests, and 25 tests were recovered. Consequently, the correlation between the FAS and STAI was investigated by analyzing 12 tests taken by 9 subjects. The correlation between FAS at "now" and STAI state anxiety scores (both scores represented current anxiety levels). Statistical analysis revealed a positive correlation (p < 0.05, R = 0.607, y = 35.423 + 4.458x, R^2 = 0.396). According to the STAI assessment criteria, a FAS score of 1 or 2 points corresponded to "normal" ; 3 points to "high" ; and 4 or 5 points to "very high". The FAS is a test that can conveniently, accurately and quantitatively assess the state anxiety of elderly dental patients at perioperative period.
北海道医療大学の論文
2003-06-30