Strategies to recruit and retain older adults in intervention studies: A quantitative comparative study (original) (raw)

The recruitment and retention of older adults in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) pose significant challenges, often leading to participation bias and inaccurate study outcomes. This study explores various strategies to enhance the recruitment and retention of older adults in intervention studies through quantitative analysis. Key findings reveal the influence of demographic factors such as age, gender, and levels of assistance required post-discharge on participation rates, indicating that targeted approaches could improve engagement with this demographic.