Task 2 APA Template XAP1 0219 Revised.docx XAP1 Evidence Based Practice and Applied Nursing Research Task 2 – XAP1-0219 Western Governors University Healthcare problem A common problem for older people is fal
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Task 2 APA Template XAP1 0219 Revised.docx XAP1 Evidence Based Practice and Applied Nursing Research Task 2 – XAP1-0219 Western Governors University Healthcare problem A common problem for older people is falling and is a leading cause for emergency department visits, especially in adults age 65 years and above[ CITATION Nym18 \l 1033 ]. One in three community dwelling adults in this age bracket fall at least once annually which can result in serious injury, reduced quality of life, reduced independence, and on-going disability[ CITATION You16 \l 1033 ]. For those between the ages of 70 and 80 years, the risk of falling more than doubles[ CITATION Rim16 \l 1033 ]. Significance of the problem A conservative estimate of approximately 110,000 people fall annually, that figure is based on fifteen percent of older adults living in an assisted living facility fall each year[ CITATION Zim17 \l 1033 ]. Falls can be minor and non-injurious, or they can result in serious injury, such as a broken hip. Falls can have physical repercussions and they can also have psychological consequences including a fear of future falls which then impact a persons ability to lead a productive life. Falls occur in the community and in facilities, including long term care, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Adults who require hospitalization can expect the average cost to be $35,000 per event[ CITATION Zim17 \l 1033 ]. This cost is draining on the individual and on the health care system. It is important to both cons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
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