Keywords

fall assessment, fall prevention, fall risk, falls, fear of falling, geriatrics, mobility, older adults

Authors

1. Saccomano, Scott J. PhD, RN, GNP-BC
2. Ferrara, Lucille R. EdD, MBA, RN, FNP-BC

Abstract

Abstract: Falls in older adults are a major public health concern and can often have fatal results. Practitioners need to be aware of assessment and diagnostic techniques to prevent falls in older adults.