TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2019//
TI  - Four smart steps: fall prevention for community-dwelling older adults
JO  - Creative nursing
A1  - Minnier, Wendy
A1  - Leggett, Mary
A1  - Persaud, Indranie
A1  - Breda, Karen
SP  - 169
EP  - 175
VL  - 25
IS  - 2
N2  - Falls are associated with enormous costs in morbidity and early mortality, as well as loss of safe, independent lifestyles for community-dwelling older adults. The purpose of this quality improvement project was to implement an author-designed, easy-to-remember guide to fall prevention for community-dwelling older adults and enhance their awareness and knowledge of fall risks in the home. A Four Smart Steps Fall Prevention program (exercise, eye exams, home safety, and primary care visits) presented fall prevention education for community-dwelling older adults. The project was implemented at a senior center by registered nurses and evaluated through an anonymous questionnaire. The desired outcome was an increase in safety awareness and knowledge of fall prevention for community-dwelling older adults. Community-dwelling older adults with enhanced education on fall prevention will be more likely to be able to live independently within a safe environment.<br><br>© Copyright 2019 Creative Health Care Management.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1078-4535
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1891/1078-4535.25.2.169
ID  - ref1
ER  -