Table 1 Associated factors of acceptance of ACP among older adults in China based on the HEM

Individual characteristics

Gender, Ethnicity, Number of chronic diseases, Well-being index, Health literacy, Self-efficiency

Individual behaviors

Religious belief, Media use, Depression, Quality of life

Interpersonal networks

Urban–rural distribution, Marital status, Size of social network, Perceived social support, Living alone, Family health, Family type

Life and work

Education level, History of injuries, Presence of debts, Per capita monthly household income

Policy

Possession of health insurance, Eligibility for subsidies