Falls in older people prevention and management
by Rein Tideiksaar.
- 3rd ed.
- Baltimore, MD Health Professions Press c2002.
- xx, 240 p. ill. 21 cm.
Second ed., 1998, published under title: Falls in older persons.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 223-234) and index.
Understanding falls and falls management -- Consequences of falls -- Causes of falling and fall risk -- Clinical assessment and evaluation -- Preventive strategies to reduce fall risk -- Environmental modifications -- Reducing mechanical and chemical restraints -- Guidelines and forms.
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Falls Accidents in old age Older people--Nursing home care. Older people--Hospital care. Falls Accidents in old age--Prevention.