Adapting the STEADI Toolkit for Long-Term Care
Author Information
Author(s): Thompson Hilaire, Phelan Elizabeth, McGough Ellen, Patel Kushang
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
Can the STEADI toolkit be effectively adapted for use in long-term care facilities?
Conclusion
The adapted STEADI toolkit has been developed and is now being tested for its effectiveness in reducing falls among older adults in long-term care facilities.
Supporting Evidence
- The prevalence of falls in long-term care facilities is estimated to be 50-60%.
- Initial adaptations to the STEADI toolkit were identified through four scoping reviews.
- Experts provided feedback on the toolkit, leading to revisions based on their recommendations.
- Two rounds of surveys were conducted to reach consensus on the helpfulness of interventions.
Takeaway
Researchers are making a special toolkit to help prevent falls for older people in care homes, and they asked experts what would work best.
Methodology
The study involved scoping reviews, expert interviews, and a modified Delphi technique with two rounds of surveys.
Participant Demographics
Participants included subject matter experts and individuals working in long-term care facilities.
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