The experiences of older adults with cognitive impairment in using falls prevention alarms in hospital: A qualitative descriptive study
Kelly Stephen,
Alison Campbell
Abstract:IntroductionBed and chair sensor alarms are commonly used for falls prevention in hospitals, despite questionable efficacy. Research analysing older adults' experiences of alarms is scarce, and adults with cognitive impairment are consistently excluded.AimThe aim of this study was to explore how older adults with cognitive impairment perceive and experience falls prevention alarms in hospital.MethodA qualitative descriptive design investigated older adults' experiences of alarms in a Geriatric Evaluation and M… Show more
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