Non-occupational falls from ladders in men 50 years and over: Contributing factors and impact.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2020.04.049
Abstract: BACKGROUND Research into falls from ladders in older men in the non-occupational setting is limited, yet such falls are increasing. AIM To explore non-occupational falls from ladders in older men presenting to a major trauma… read more here.
Keywords: occupational falls; falls ladders; non occupational; contributing factors ... See more keywords
Post-fall syndrome: Profile and outcomes
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rehab.2017.07.102
Abstract: Objective Post-fall syndrome (PFS) is a severe complication of falls in older adults. PFS is considered to be a medical emergency in geriatric patients, given the risk of a decompensatory “domino effect” and mortality. Unfortunately,… read more here.
Keywords: syndrome profile; fall syndrome; patients pfs; post fall ... See more keywords
Creating a Standardized Post-Fall Debrief Tool
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DOI: 10.1097/ncq.0000000000000667
Abstract: Background: Performing post-fall debriefing improves patient outcomes through learning from defects and addresses adherence to fall prevention programs. Local Problem: While addressing an increase in fall rates, a quality improvement team discovered there was no… read more here.
Keywords: tool; fall; post fall; fall debrief ... See more keywords
An Exploratory Survey of Older Women’s Post-Fall Decisions
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DOI: 10.1177/0733464816653361
Abstract: This research examined factors influencing older women’s post-fall decision making. We surveyed 130 independent older women from continuing care retirement communities and non-institutional homes. We categorized women’s post-fall decisions as medical, corrective, and social decisions,… read more here.
Keywords: fall decisions; decisional conflict; women post; older women ... See more keywords