Are older fallers different? Comparing older fallers and non-fallers in a developing country:
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DOI: 10.1177/1460408617693264
Abstract: ObjectivesFalls are common in older people, causing significant mortality and morbidity, but little is known about this phenomenon in developing countries. This study aimed to investigate falls in ... read more here.
Keywords: comparing older; fallers different; non fallers; fallers non ... See more keywords
‘Popping nana back into bed’ - a qualitative exploration of paramedic decision making when caring for older people who have fallen
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DOI: 10.1186/s12913-017-2243-y
Abstract: BackgroundOlder fallers constitute a large proportion of ambulance work, and as many as 25% are not transported to hospital following paramedic assessment. The objective of this study was to explore the decision making process used… read more here.
Keywords: decision; perception; role; decision making ... See more keywords