As a primary healthcare provider, you are already aware that falls are a serious threat to the health and well-being of older adults.

The more risk factors a person has, the greater their chances of falling. Healthcare providers can help lower an older adult’s risk of injury by addressing the fall risk factors that have been identified during the medical examination.

We encourage you to adopt a coordinated approach to implementing best clinical practice guidelines for fall prevention. The Algorithm for Fall Risk Screening, Assessment and Intervention outlines the recommended process to address fall risk factors of concern with an older patient. This tool will be updated on an ongoing basis as new research, best practice and resources are available.

Source: Trauma NB