Falls | Clinical Conditions of the Older Adult
Provides evidence-based strategies for the assessment of fall risk and prevention of falls among community-dwelling older adults. Remember to disable your pop-up blocker.
Target Audience
Registered nurses (RN) and healthcare providers focusing on best practices in chronic disease management, case management, caregiver education and support, transitional care, and geriatric evaluation and management.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the significance of falls for the health of older adults
- Identify evidence-based guidelines for the assessment and management of fall risk in community-dwelling vulnerable older adults
- Discuss strategies for coaching patients and caregivers to adopt appropriate evidence-based health behaviors and changes in lifestyle
Maria Cvach, MS, RN
Available Credit
- 1.00 ANCC
- 1.00 Attendance