@article{ref1,
title="On the Move clinic: a fall prevention nurse practitioner-driven model of care",
journal="Geriatric nursing",
year="2021",
author="Kanne, Geraldine E. and Sabol, Valerie K. and Pierson, Dana and Corcoran, Misty W. and Silva, Susan G. and White, Heidi K.",
volume="42",
number="4",
pages="850-854",
abstract="Falls in older adults are common and interventions to reduce associated morbidity and mortality remain difficult to implement. This quality improvement project evaluated On the Move, a new clinic designed to provide tailored recommendations to reduce falls risk, based on an adaptation of CDC's STEADI: a falls risk screening, assessment and intervention guide. 89 participants were referred by primary care and emergency services. A nurse practitioner assessed modifiable physical, behavioral and environmental risk factors and utilized motivational interviewing and education to guide participants in developing an intervention plan. A physical therapist assessed gait/balance, the need for ongoing PT services and provided brief counseling. Participants received a 6-week phone call and 12-week follow up visit. Measurements, including 30-second chair stands, Timed Up and Go, 4-Item Dynamic Gait Index, and Activities-Specific Balance Confidence Scale all showed significant improvement. Participants made behavioral changes to reduce risk, and plans to continue exercise.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0197-4572",
doi="10.1016/j.gerinurse.2021.03.019",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.gerinurse.2021.03.019"
}