Posthospital Fall Injuries and 30-Day Readmissions in Adults 65 Years and Older
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2019.4276
Abstract: Key Points Question To what extent do falls play a role in hospital readmissions for older patients, including those with acute geriatric risk factors? Findings This cohort study using Hospital Cost and Utilization Project data… read more here.
Keywords: day readmissions; injuries day; posthospital fall; fall injuries ... See more keywords
Incidence of and County Variation in Fall Injuries in US Residents Aged 65 Years or Older, 2016-2019
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.48007
Abstract: This cross-sectional study examines national trends and geographic variation of fall injury rates among older US residents. read more here.
Keywords: county variation; incidence county; variation; fall injuries ... See more keywords
Characteristics of stepladder fall injuries: a retrospective study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00068-020-01339-8
Abstract: Background Stepladders are used to work at heights in daily life, but their structure and usage differs from that of a ladder; stepladders can fold and stand without support, whereas ladders cannot fold and, thus,… read more here.
Keywords: study; stepladder fall; fall injuries; injury ... See more keywords
Fall-related injuries for three ages groups - Analysis of Swedish registry data 1999-2013.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jsr.2020.02.016
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The objective of this study was to analyze which factors (including factors pertaining to the individual, the household, and the local area) increase the risk of fall injuries for the three age groups with… read more here.
Keywords: injuries three; risk fall; special residences; 1999 2013 ... See more keywords
Underreporting of Fall Injuries of Older Adults: Implications for Wellness Visit Fall Risk Screening
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DOI: 10.1111/jgs.15360
Abstract: To compare the accuracy of and factors affecting the accuracy of self‐reported fall‐related injuries (SFRIs) with those of administratively obtained FRIs (AFRIs). read more here.
Keywords: underreporting fall; adults implications; injuries older; fall injuries ... See more keywords
Effect of the STRIDE fall injury prevention intervention on falls, fall injuries, and health‐related quality of life
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DOI: 10.1111/jgs.17964
Abstract: Falls are common in older adults and can lead to severe injuries. The Strategies to Reduce Injuries and Develop Confidence in Elders (STRIDE) trial cluster‐randomized 86 primary care practices across 10 health systems to a… read more here.
Keywords: fall injury; fall injuries; health; intervention ... See more keywords
142 Epidemiology of work-related falls
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DOI: 10.1136/injuryprev-2017-042560.142
Abstract: Statement of Purpose Falls are the second leading cause of work-related injuries in the United States. In 2015, falls represented nearly 17% of all fatal work-related injuries and roughly 27% of all lost work-day nonfatal… read more here.
Keywords: work; work related; epidemiology; fall injuries ... See more keywords