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Cost–utility analysis of a shock-absorbing floor intervention to prevent injuries from falls in hospital wards for older people

Author(s): Latimer, N., Dixon, S., Drahota, A. K., Severs, M.
Added June 2016

Inpatient fall prevention: Use of in-room Webcams

Author(s): Hardin, S. R., Dienemann, J., Rudisill, P., Mills, K. K.
The National Database for Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI) maintains data on patient falls nationally. Reported fall rates have ranged from 2.2 to 7 per 1000 admissions; 10% to 25% of falls result in an injury, depending on patient population. Falls adversely impact hospital costs as well as patient costs and overall well-being. The California HealthCare Foundation reported that technological innovations in the field of fall prevention, such as wireless patient monitoring systems, resulted in faster nurse response times and increased satisfaction for both patients and staff.
Key Point Summary
Added December 2014

In-patient falls: What can we learn from incident reports?

Author(s): Hignett, S., Sands, G., Griffiths, P.
Added December 2014

Pilot cluster randomised controlled trial of flooring to reduce injuries from falls in wards for older people.

Author(s): Drahota, A. K., Ward, D., Udell, J. E., Soilemezi, D., Ogollah, R., Higgins, B., Dean, T. P., Severs, M.
Inpatient falls are a major issue for hospitals and are associated with mortality, morbidity and financial costs. Falls are particularly prevalent in elderly care environments, where patients have more risk factors for both falls and injury. With an aging society, this is an issue of increasing concern.
Key Point Summary
Added November 2014

Fall Prevention for Inpatient Oncology Using Lean and Rapid Improvement Event Techniques

Author(s): Wolf, L., Costantinou, E., Limbaugh, C., Rensing, K., Gabbart, P., Matt, P.
Added September 2014