We recently received the following question from a Tuesday Tip reader: “We are looking for…data collection and analysis tools providers have found that are useful on the prevention and reduction of falls with elderly patients. Any suggestions would be appreciated.”
With your hectic schedule, it is sometimes easy to overlook simple compliance issues. Advanced Healthcare Studies’ “Tuesday Tips” will bring you a quick, helpful idea each week that can assist you in your operations related to regulatory compliance. We know that many of you implement outstanding practices in your community, and we welcome your ideas …
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Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among people 65 years and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Falls are also the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admissions for trauma among seniors.
On April 23, 2008 the President signed the Safety of Seniors Act that will expand research and public education on senior safety, particularly falls. The federal law directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to expand research, demonstration projects, and studies of falls and the effects of falls on health care costs.
Did you know that more than one-third of adults 65 and older fall each year in the United States? Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths. They are also the most common cause of nonfatal injuries and hospital admission for trauma (CDC, 2006). In 2005, 15,800 people 65 and older died …
Old people fall. Period. In listening to Community Ed alumni recently, some have had challenges in California where the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) is expecting strong intervention. While we all want the best care for our residents, we must understand we will never eliminate falls. To lead families, residents, or even the State’s Licensing …
