Citation

Huang L, Turner J, Brandt NJ. J. Gerontol. Nurs. 2018; 44(4): 11-15.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Healio)

DOI

10.3928/00989134-20180313-04

PMID

29617034

Abstract

The older adult population continues to steadily increase. Largely attributed to longer life spans and aging of the Baby Boomer generation, continued growth of this population is expected to affect a multitude of challenging public health concerns. Specifically, falls in older adults are prevalent but overlooked concerns. Health care providers are well-positioned to provide valuable interventions in this aspect. An interdisciplinary, team-based approach of health care providers is required to maximize falls prevention through patient-centered and collaborative care. The current article highlights the implications of inappropriate medication use and the need to improve care coordination to tackle this public health issue affecting older adults. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 44(4), 11-15.].

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Language: en