Journal of Nursing : Falls
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Post-Fall Care Nursing Algorithm
Keisha Lovence DNP, MSN, ACNP-BC, RN
Post-Fall care practices are an integral aspect to patient care. As we care for older adults it is important to consider post-fall care practices. -
Preventing Falls in the Elderly Long Term Care Facilities
Preventing Falls in the Elderly Long Term Care Facilities Rebecca McCarthy, MSN, RN-BC, CDONA Catherine W. Adedokun, MSN, RN Roseanne Moody Fairchild, PhD, RN
The elderly long-term care population is at increase risk for falls and fall related injuries. The implementation of a fall prevention program is important for ensuring resident safety. Systematically assessing residents’ risk for falls and implementing appropriate fall prevention interventions can reduce the number of falls in the elderly long-term care residents.
