One-Year Mortality Rates Before and After Implementing Quality-Improvement Initiatives to Prevent Inpatient Falls (2012–2016)
Single-room ward design has previously been associated with increased risk of inpatient falls and adverse outcomes. However, following quality initiatives, the incidence of inpatient falls has shown a sustained reduction. Benefits have also been observed in the reduction of hip fractures. However, o...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-03-01
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| Series: | Geriatrics |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2308-3417/3/1/9 |