Influence of Satisfaction with Interventions on Falls in Older People
Author Information
Author(s): Ansai Juliana, Maciel Leticia Teodoro, Sossai Mariana Ignácio, de Melo Mariana Luiz, Pereira Graziele Norberto, Silva de sá Mel, Pereira Ana Beatriz Simões, Gramani-Say Karina
Primary Institution: Federal University of São Carlos, São Carlos, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Hypothesis
Does satisfaction with interventions influence the occurrence of falls in older people with a history of falls?
Conclusion
Satisfaction with the intervention did not significantly influence the occurrence of falls among older people in the study.
Supporting Evidence
- The intervention group had a median satisfaction score of 25.00 compared to 22.00 in the control group.
- 34.5% of the intervention group fell compared to 48.1% of the control group after 16 weeks.
- 6.9% of the intervention group experienced harmful falls compared to 14.8% in the control group.
Takeaway
The study looked at whether older people who were happy with their fall prevention help had fewer falls, but it turned out that it didn't really make a difference.
Methodology
This randomized clinical trial involved older people with at least 2 falls in the past year, comparing a control group with a case management intervention group over 16 weeks.
Limitations
The study had a short follow-up period and did not identify other factors influencing falls.
Participant Demographics
Older people with a history of falls, specifically those who had at least 2 falls in the past year.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=0.046
Statistical Significance
p=0.046
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