Case Studies from Age in Action
Document Type
Article
Original Publication Date
2013
Journal/Book/Conference Title
Age in Action
Volume
28
Issue
3
First Page
1
Last Page
6
Date of Submission
December 2014
Abstract
Educational Objectives
1. To provide an overview of the problems associated with falling in older adults.
2. To outline the strengths and weaknesses of the various screening tools used for effective evaluation of an individual’s fall risk.
3. To highlight the benefits of assessing physiological function when screening for falls risk.
Rights
Copyright managed by Virginia Center on Aging.
Recommended Citation
Morrison, S. (2013). Falling Down: Assessing the Risk of Falls in Older Adults. Age in Action, 28(3), 1-6.
Is Part Of
Case Studies from Age in Action