@article{ref1,
title="Outcomes of a consult fall prevention screening clinic",
journal="American journal of physical medicine and rehabilitation",
year="2006",
author="Perell, Karen L. and Manzano, Maria Lyn P. and Weaver, R. and Fiuzat, Mona and Voss-McCarthy, Michelle and Opava-Rutter, Dorene and Castle, Steven C.",
volume="85",
number="11",
pages="882-888",
abstract="OBJECTIVE: To report patient satisfaction and quality outcomes from a standardized, multicenter fall prevention screening clinic. DESIGN: Referrals were made to the fall prevention screening clinic, which was staffed by a physician, pharmacist, therapist, nurse, and the site coordinator. The fall prevention screening clinic staff utilized a team-meeting format with clearly delineated management options to determine the appropriate interventions based on various screening examinations. RESULTS: Primary care providers acknowledged pharmacy recommendations and >80% of the recommendations were followed. There was a reduction in reported falls (initial visit = 297 falls, follow-up visit = 141 falls, P = 0.0002) and in the number of recurrent fallers. There was a small (average difference = 1.8 secs) but significant (P = 0.025) decrease in the 8-foot Up-and-Go time, representing a functional improvement in walking speed. There was no significant change in the Fall Efficacy Scale, however. At least 80% of the patients reported that they were completely satisfied with their care. CONCLUSIONS: Patients who attended the fall prevention screening clinic demonstrated improved confidence during activities of daily living and reduced falls. They reported high satisfaction with the clinic format.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0894-9115",
doi="10.1097/01.phm.0000233209.49518.46",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/01.phm.0000233209.49518.46"
}