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Older Adults and Unintentional Injury
1Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health, University of California San Diego, 9500 Gilman Drive, MS 0811, La Jolla, CA 92093-0811, USA.
Abstract:
Clinicians play an important role in the prevention of unintentional injuries. Falls and motor vehicle crashes (MVC) have predictable and overlapping antecedents. Systematic screening for and management of vision impairment, frailty, cognitive impairment, polypharmacy, and inappropriate medications will reduce both falls and MVC risks. Fall-prevention measures, such as strength training, need to be more widely prescribed by physicians and implemented by older adults. Technologically tailored approaches are needed to leverage fall-reduction programs at home, as well as education of older adults regarding home hazards.
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