Positive outcomes following the implementation of falls prevention programme in residential care homes
15/02/2012Source: Geriatric Nursing, 2012, 33(1) p. 41-50
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Date of publication: January 2012
Publication type: Cohort study
In a nutshell: Prospective cohort study measured the impact of falls reduction following the implementation of evidence-based fall prevention interventions in 9 Australian residential care facilities. Following the intervention a significant reduction of falls were observed per site in the proportion of fallers and single fallers. However, overall the number of falls was confounded by multiple falls in residents. Reduction in fallers was sustained in the 6-month follow-up phase. Positive outcomes from interventions varied between facilities.
Length of publication: 9 pages
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Tai Chi and its effectiveness for reducing fall risks in elders
15/02/2012Source: Research in Sports Medicine, 20(1). p. 37-58
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Date of publication: January 2012
Publication type: Systematic review
In a nutshell: Systematic review to find evidence on the effects of regular Tai Chi on falls reduction. Considers factors such as who would receive the most benefit, appropriate styles, minimum amount of Tai Chi exercise required before its positive effect is observed and the effect of Tai Chi compared to other physical exercises.
Length of publication: 21 pages
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Translating research, integrating services and promoting the contribution of service users for quality and innovative falls prevention programmes
15/02/2012Source: International Journal of Older People Nursing, December 2011, 6(4), p. 307-314
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Date of publication: December 2011
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: This paper draws upon UK best practice to discuss the strategic direction of falls prevention programmes for older people and the partnerships that need to exist between researchers, service providers and users of services to translate evidence to the clinical setting. It also proposes mechanisms for disseminating evidence to healthcare professionals and other stakeholders, to improve the quality and capacity of the clinical workforce.
Length of publication: 8 pages
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New multi-systemic fall prevention model following systematic review evidence
15/02/2012Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing December 2011, 67(12), p. 24-29
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In a nutshell: Review assessed the effectiveness and characteristics of fall prevention interventions implemented in hospitals. A multi-systemic fall prevention model that establishes a practical framework was developed from the evidence which recommends how hospitals prevent falls and fall-related injuries, more effectively address the various risk factors for falling, and therefore prevent falls.
Date of publication: December 2011
Publication type: Systematic review
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A successful collaborative approach to fall prevention improves service delivery
15/02/2012Source Canadian Nurse 2011, 107(8), p. 24-29
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Date of publication: October 2011
Publication type: Journal article
In a nutshell: Project to reduce the number of patient falls and their consequences is described. A hospital and community services collaborated to identify and assess patients at risk of falling and an intervention, involving visits by the public health nurse and occupational therapist, was implemented. Improvements in outcomes were measured. Members of the project team make recommendations for health-care professionals interested in initiating similar projects.
Length of publication: 6 pages
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Prevention of inpatient falls: systematic risk assessment and reduction programme
15/02/2012Source: NHS Evidence QIPP updates
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Date of publication: December 2011
Publication type: Quality and productivity example
In a nutshell: This case study describes how a trust is aiming to prevent inpatient falls by developing a stepwise approach underpinned by information from national sources. It is calculated that in an average 800-bed acute hospital trust there will be about 24 falls every week and 1260 falls every year, which represents the highest volume of patient safety incidents reported in hospital trusts in England.
Length of publication:8 pages
Community falls prevention in Nottingham
15/02/2012Source: The Improvement Network
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Date of publication: January 2012
In a nutshell: A service in Nottingham aims to improve services and reduce mortality and risk of falls in older people by integration of services and partnership with providers to identify and target falls risk factors.
Length of publication: 1 page news bulletin