@article{ref1,
title="Examining fall risk assessment in geriatric rehabilitation settings using translational research",
journal="Rehabilitation nursing",
year="2020",
author="Rivers, Catherine A. and Roher, Haley and Boissonault, Bruce A. and Klinger, Christopher A. and Mirza, Raza M. and Foty, Richard",
volume="ePub",
number="ePub",
pages="ePub-ePub",
abstract="PURPOSE: The objective of this study was to identify gaps in and to improve the falls prevention strategy (FPS) of an inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) in Toronto, Canada. <br><br>DESIGN: A modified version of the Stanford Biodesign Methodology was used. <br><br>METHODS: Chart reviews, a focus group (n = 8), and semistructured interviews (n = 8) were conducted to evaluate the FPS. <br><br>FINDINGS: Admission Functional Independence Measure score, age, and gender significantly correlated with risk for a fall. The tool used at this IRF was not effectively capturing patients who were at high risk for falls. All healthcare providers interviewed were knowledgeable of fall risks; however, a patient's fall risk status was rarely discussed as a team. <br><br>CONCLUSIONS: The findings informed recommendations to improve the overall FPS at this IRF. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Staff may require more coaching for implementing preventative measures/ensuring accountability and evaluating whether current strategies work. These insights can guide improvement initiatives at similar facilities elsewhere.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0278-4807",
doi="10.1097/rnj.0000000000000259",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/rnj.0000000000000259"
}