Ferrari Marisa A, Harrison Barbara E, Campbell Cathy, Maddens Michael, Whall Ann L
Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan 48309, USA.
J Nurs Care Qual. 2010 Oct-Dec;25(4):320-6. doi: 10.1097/NCQ.0b013e3181e36755.
Impulsivity-related falls (IRFs) sustained by hospitalized, older adults can lead to critical adverse events. The purpose of this study was to determine whether 7 common fall risk factors contributed to the occurrence of IRF in hospitalized, older adults. This study found that 31% of falls were classified as IRF. Logistic regression indicated that inattention and mobility were contributors to IRF. Early identification of these 2 risk factors could improve identification of potential IRFs and reduce fall rates.
