Fall Risk Among Older Adults Residing in Bharatpur, Chitwan, Nepal
Jogmaya Limbu,
Sunita Poudyal
Abstract:Background: Falls in older people is a common serious health problem that has profound impact on overall health and quality of life of older people. The aim of this study was to assess the fall risk among older adults.
Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among older adults residing in Bharatpur, Chitwan. A total of 98 older adults were selected by using simple random sampling technique. The data were collected by using structured interview schedule and fall risk was assessed by Tim… Show more
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