Antipsychotics and Cholinesterase Inhibitors Linked to Increase Fall Risk For Elderly Users: Study
A new study warns that the use of antipsychotics and some Alzheimer's disease drugs can increase the risk of elderly falls and fractures.
Tag Archives: Nursing Home Fall
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Falls Still The Most Common Reason For Injuries in the U.S.
More Americans go to the Emergency Room for fall injuries than for any other reason, according to a new report.
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Hip and Knee Replacement May Lower Fall Risks For Elderly Patients: Study
A new study finds that undergoing total hip or knee replacement surgery may help reduce the risk of elderly falls.
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Problems Often Underreported On Federal “Nursing Home Compare” Website: Study
A new study finds that the federal Nursing Home Compare website is underreporting falls at facilities nationwide.
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Elderly Fall Deaths Have Doubled In Recent Years: Study
A new study warns that deaths from falls have doubled for the elderly in recent years, yet it is unclear why.
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Nursing Homes Understaffing is a Bigger Problem Than Previously Believed: Report
A new report reveals that nursing home staffing levels are frequently over-reported, not taking into account dips in staffing during weekends and other times that may put residents at risk.
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Deaths from Elderly Falls Increased 31% in Recent Years
A new CDC study warns that the rate of elderly falls has increased in recent years.
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Nursing Home Falls Could Be Reduced By Fewer Antipsychotics, Better Staffing: Study
A new study indicates that less reliance on psychoactive drugs and better staffing could help prevent many nursing home falls and fractures.
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Delaying Hip Fracture Surgery Can Increase Risk of Complications, Death: Study
A new study warns that waiting more than 24-hours to undergo surgery following a hip fracture may increase the risk of complications and death.
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Elderly Fall Risks Better Prevented By Intervention Combo, Than Standard Plans: Study
A new study finds that a combination of preventative measures can help avoid elderly fall injuries better than bed alarms, rails and the standard prevention tactics used by nursing homes.