Abstract
Factors associated with fall prevention practices in older adults
Highlights
The fall is considered a geriatric syndrome due to its high prevalence in older adults, its promotion of changes in overall functionality and its high rates of mortality and institutionalization.[1]
Regarding the health conditions of the older adults, 39.5% said they had fallen in the last year and almost 44% rated their health as regular, 83.3% said they used some type of medication, 92.1% had two or more health problems, of which impaired vision (87.1%) was the most frequent
A direct comparison with the results of other similar studies is difficult, since investigations of the prevalence of fall prevention practices were only found in studies evaluating the participation of older adults in specific prevention interventions, such as physical exercise
Summary
The fall is considered a geriatric syndrome due to its high prevalence in older adults, its promotion of changes in overall functionality and its high rates of mortality and institutionalization.[1] it is the main cause of accidental death in people over 65 years of age.[1] According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 30% of older adults suffer falls each year. Studies show that some practices have the potential to reduce the prevalence of falls in older adults, such as performing physical exercise, the use of vitamin D supplements and organization of the home.[4,5] Other studies highlight changes in behavior and ways of life of older adults, for example, avoiding going up and down stairs, walking slowly, using orthotic support when necessary, correctly using medications, not drinking alcohol, crossing the street at pedestrian crossing points and wearing corrective lenses.[2,6]
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