Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9737563 | International Journal of Nursing Studies | 2005 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
Conclusions: The type of hip protector appeared to make no difference to their continued use by residents. Residents with a history of a fall and those who are physically and mentally incapacitated appear to be more likely to wear hip protectors. These residents, who are at high risk of falling, are also highly dependent on nursing staff. Efforts to increase hip protector use in residential and nursing home should focus on staff, who are in the best position to advise and influence residents and their relatives.
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Authors
Peter D. O'Halloran, Liam J. Murray, Gordon W. Cran, Louise Dunlop, George Kernohan, Timothy R.O. Beringer,