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A cluster randomized controlled trial to prevent injury due to falls in a residential aged care population

Authors :
Ward, John A.
Harden, Mandy
Gibson, Richard E.
Byles, Julie E.
Source :
The Medical Journal of Australia. March 15, 2010, Vol. 192 Issue 6, 319-322
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

A study undertakes a cluster randomized controlled trial to examine the impact of various methods used to prevent injury due to falls in a residential aged care population. Findings indicate that strategies such as using hip protectors, Vitamin D and calcium supplementation and a full-time nurse for assistance do not reduce the number of falls or falls injuries in the residential aged care population.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0025729X
Volume :
192
Issue :
6
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Medical Journal of Australia
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.229808028