Implementation of STEADI Toolkit of CDC for Preventing Falls Among Community Dwelling Older Adults
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Jiji Varughese, DNP, Nursing, Mountain View College of Nursing, Dallas, Texas, USA
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- Omicron Delta
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Abstract
Implementation of the Stopping Elderly Accidents, Death and Injury guidelines of Center for Disease Control to prevent falls and falls related injuries among community dwelling adults under the care of home health services.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-11-13T14:11:13Z
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Community Dwelling Older Adults; Fall Prevention; STEADI Toolkit |
Conference Information
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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