Evolving a multi-factorial, data driven, interprofessional approach to prevent falls and associated injuries during a system-level integration

This paper provides an overview of a recently integrated health care system's experience in evolving their multi-component interprofessional approach to falls prevention. The approach was driven by review of local data, evidence-informed practices, and a mandate to sustain Magnet® designation with falls with injury being a required indicator for the Magnet Recognition Program®. Challenges and insights are also discussed.