| Preventing falls and fall-related injuries among older people living in institutions: current practice and future opportunities. | |
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PMID: 11039821 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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AIMS: To identify existing falls prevention activities and support for future initiatives among residential institutions for older people. METHODS: A self-administered questionnaire was sent to all principal nurses/managers of residential institutions. Information was sought on whether falls were perceived to be a problem in the Auckland region, current falls prevention practice and interest in future prevention initiatives. RESULTS: Falls were perceived to be a problem by over 75% of 175 participating institutions. Assessments of footwear, medication use and environmental audits were the most common prevention strategies employed by over 80% of institutions. Almost 70% of institutions indicated their willingness to participate in future prevention projects. CONCLUSION: The current use of fall prevention strategies in institutions is encouraging. However, the strategies that are being employed are not consistent with current evidence about effectiveness. Increased use of vitamin D and possibly calcium supplementation needs to be encouraged as does the use of hip protectors and lower extremity strength training. |
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Authors:
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M Butler; R Norton; T Lee-Joe; C Coggan |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't |
Journal Detail:
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Title: The New Zealand medical journal Volume: 111 ISSN: 0028-8446 ISO Abbreviation: N. Z. Med. J. Publication Date: 1998 Sep |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2000-10-20 Completed Date: 2000-11-02 Revised Date: 2006-11-15 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0401067 Medline TA: N Z Med J Country: NEW ZEALAND |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 359-61 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Injury Prevention Research Centre, Department of Community Health, Faculty of Medicine & Health Science, The University of Auckland. |
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Accidental Falls
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prevention & control* Aged Aged, 80 and over Data Collection Homes for the Aged* Humans New Zealand Nursing Homes* Safety Management / methods* |
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