• Prof Nurse · May 2000

    Assessing the risk of falls among older inpatients.

    • R Parker.
    • Gwent Healthcare NHS Trust, Nevill Hall Hospital, Abergavenny.
    • Prof Nurse. 2000 May 1; 15 (8): 511-4.

    AbstractA reduction in mobility, a poor gait, diminished mental capacity and continence problems may increase the risk of falls among older people. The consequences of falls can include physical injury such as fractures, a fear of future falls, anxiety, depression and loss of confidence. Greater disability or death may result. The use of a risk assessment tool may alert staff to the magnitude of the problem.

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