title: Frequent fallers. Leading groups to identify psychological factors.
abstract: CNAs might be good leaders for groups of frequent fallers for several reasons, two of which are that they provide hands-on care and they know the residents well. Residents who fall frequently do not see themselves as persons who fall; they slip, trip, or slide. Single fallers explore ways to prevent another fall. Residents attempting to "do for themselves" and thus maintain their highly-prized independence is a factor contributing to falls. Preservation of autonomy and self-esteem are co-factors. Denial and independence in the faller need to be identified, supported as strengths, and incorporated into a resident's plan of care.
authors.forename: B A
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Wright
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Aizenstein
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Vogler
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Rowe
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Miller
mesh_terms: D000057:Accident Proneness; D000058:Accidental Falls / Q000517:prevention & control; D000059:Accidents; D000368:Aged; D005851:Geriatric Nursing; D006801:Humans; D011615:Psychotherapy, Group