Development of an Automated Self-assessment of Fall Risk Questionnaire for Hospitalized Patients. Issue 1 (January 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sitzer, Verna
• Is Part Of: Journal of nursing care quality. Volume 31:Issue 1(2016:Jan./Mar.)
• Publication Date: 2016-01
• Subjects: computer-based education -- fall prevention -- hospital falls -- patient engagement -- risk appraisal -- self-assessment; Nursing -- Standards -- Periodicals; Nursing audit -- Periodicals; Health facilities -- Safety measures -- Periodicals; Nurse administrators -- Periodicals; 610.73
• DOI: 10.1097/NCQ.0000000000000147
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1057-3631

Abstract

Abstract : Falls in hospital settings continue to challenge health care providers. Multifactorial interventions aim to reduce falls but rarely involve the patient as an active participant. A patient self-assessment of fall risk questionnaire was customized in the hospital's computer-based, television-equipped, interactive patient care system. Designed to engage patients in determining their risk for falling, the questionnaire is a reliable and valid means for patients and nurses to assess risk of falls. Abstract : Supplemental Digital Content is Available in the Text.