| Literature DB >> 28364992 |
Michelle A Fritsch1, Penny S Shelton2.
Abstract
This article highlights the significant health impact of falls among older adults. An emphasis is placed on the vital role of the pharmacist, regardless of practice setting, in assessing and reducing falls risk for this growing population. In addition, the importance of a stepwise comprehensive approach to falls assessment by pharmacists in collaboration with other clinicians is elucidated.Keywords: Falls; Falls assessment; Geriatric; Medication; Patient safety; Pharmacist
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28364992 DOI: 10.1016/j.cger.2017.01.003
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Geriatr Med ISSN: 0749-0690 Impact factor: 3.076