Feasibility of using risk prompts to prevent falls, dehydration and pulmonary aspiration in nursing homes: a clinical study protocol

Feasibility of using risk prompts to prevent falls, dehydration and pulmonary aspiration in nursing homes: a clinical study protocol

Abstract Background Evidence has shown a relationship between dehydration, falls, and pulmonary aspiration among older adults in nursing homes, all of which contribute to loss of independence and quality of life. It is believed that improving communication among healthcare professionals in nursing h...

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Main Authors: Márcia Duarte, Raquel Bouça-Machado, Josefa Domingos, Catarina Godinho, Joaquim J. Ferreira, on behalf of CNS risk prompt display study group
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-01-01
Series:Pilot and Feasibility Studies
Subjects:
Nursing homes
Falls
Dysphasia
Pulmonary aspiration
Choking
Dehydration
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40814-018-0236-1

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