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The decline in bodily functions with aging increases older adults' vulnerability to falls, which is a leading cause of death within this population. The poster presents an educational based fall prevention program focused on safety awareness and risk management for older adults. In conclusion, implementing a fall prevention program leads to increased awareness regarding risk factors that are detrimental to the safety and well-being of the older adult community
Publication Date
Fall 12-18-2024
Publisher
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Keywords
Falls, Older adults, Education, Prevention
Medical Subject Headings
Accidental falls, Cause of death, Risk management , Education, Risk factors
Disciplines
Adult and Continuing Education | Geriatric Nursing | Occupational Therapy
Recommended Citation
Butler, M., & King, R. (2024, December 18). Older Adult's Fall Prevention Program. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesfall2024/3
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Adult and Continuing Education Commons, Geriatric Nursing Commons, Occupational Therapy Commons
Comments
Poster Presented at the OTD Capstone Symposium, held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on December 18th, 2024