Staff perspectives on fall prevention activities in long-term care facilities for older residents: "Brief but often" staff education is key.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Falls are a serious health problem in long-term care facilities (LTCFs), affecting more than 50% of residents. A key role of LTCF staff is to assess fall risks and implement fall prevention activities. Understanding the barriers and facilitators is key to successful implementation.

Methods

This descriptive qualitative study involving four LTCF facilities (varied provider types and sizes) in southwest Ireland. We recruited a convenience sample of 17 LTCF staff, who participated in semi-structured online 1:1 interviews (n = 7) or small group interviews (n = 10). The data were analysed using Braun and Clarke's reflective thematic analysis.

Results

The participants included two directors of nursing, three therapists, one ward manager, one general practitioner

SUBMITTER: Albasha N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11383231 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature