Abstract
OBJECTIVE: Posthospital discharge shows increased risk for falls in older people. This pilot study was created to determine feasibility and acceptability of a community-delivered posthospital multifactorial program.
METHOD: This mixed-method study used randomized controlled design (quantitative component) and interviews (qualitative component). People aged ≥65 years, hospitalized for a fall, underwent assessment for quality of life and falls-related outcomes, followed by interviews, randomization into intervention (exercise, medication review, and education) or control group, and follow-up at 6 months.
RESULTS: Thirteen people commenced, with 10 people assessed at 6 months. Participants were complex with high degrees of frailty, multimorbidity, polypharmacy, and falls risk. Interview data related to intervention, impacts on quality of life, and fall-related outcomes.
CONCLUSION: Preliminary findings suggest suitability of a multifactorial program for older people posthospital discharge following a fall. A social component would be a useful addition to falls prevention strategies, utilizing existing community nursing organizations.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 155-165 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Journal of Aging and Physical Activity |
| Volume | 27 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2019 |
Keywords
- education
- exercise
- medication
- older
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