What are Multifactorial Interventions?

Any combination of interventions that are tailored to an individual’s risk to reduce falls. Such interventions may include; medication reviews, assessment of environmental hazards, assisted devices, exercise, management of urinary incontinence, and educational interventions. For all residents, we suggest multifactorial interventions that are individually tailored to reduce the risk of falls and fractures.

Resources

CMAJ Publication on Preventing Fractures in LTC
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STOPP/START criteria for potentially inappropriate prescribing in older people: V2
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Falls and Related Injuries in Long-Term Care
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RNAO Best Practice Guidelines: Preventing Falls and Reducing Injury 
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American Geriatrics Society – Beer Criteria
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