Citation

Mark JA. Nurse Pract. 2024; 49(2): 12-18.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2024, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins)

DOI

10.1097/01.NPR.0000000000000138

PMID

38271144

Abstract

Falls are a growing health concern affecting older adults (defined as ages 65 years and older) that can lead to devastating consequences. NPs in primary care settings play an important role in the prevention and management of older adult falls.

METHODS and resources to screen for fall risk, assess risk factors, and manage falls in older adults are discussed.

Language: en