Prevalence of household falls in long-lived adults and association with extrinsic factors

Authors

  • Silviane Galvan Pereira Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto
  • Claudia Benedita dos Santos Universidade de São Paulo; Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto
  • Marlene Doring Universidade de Passo Fundo
  • Marilene Rodrigues Portella Universidade de Passo Fundo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/1518-8345.1646.2900

Keywords:

Aged, 80 and Over, Accidental Falls, Risk Factors, Nursing

Abstract

Objective: to identify the prevalence of falls among older adults and the extrinsic factors associated with them. Method: population-based cross-sectional study with 350 older adults. A household survey was conducted using a questionnaire addressing socio-demographic, clinical, and environmental characteristics. Data were analyzed using Stata Software V.10. Pearson’s chi-square test and logistic regression analysis were used with stepwise criteria for selection of variables in the model, with measures of effect expressed in Prevalence Ratio. For input into the multiple model, the variables with p ≤ 0.20 were considered. All ethical care regarding research on human beings has been observed and respected. Results: the prevalence of falls was 46.9%. The extrinsic factors associated with falls were: stairs, uneven floor and pets in the main entrance, lack of anti-slip loose throw rugs and slippery floor in the kitchen, lack of anti-slip loose throw rugs and objects on the floor in the room, lack of grab bars in the shower, lack of grab bars in the toilet and switch away from the bathroom door (p <0.05). Conclusion: falls are frequent in long-lived adults. The identification of the extrinsic factors associated with the occurrence of this event can help in its prevention.

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Published

2017-01-01

Issue

Vol. 25 (2017)

Section

Original Articles

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How to Cite

Prevalence of household falls in long-lived adults and association with extrinsic factors. (2017). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 25, e2900-. https://doi.org/10.1590/1518-8345.1646.2900