The clinical practice guideline for falls and fall risk

Falling is a significant cause of injury and death in frail older adults. Residents in long-term care (LTC) facilities fall
for a variety of reasons and are more likely to endure injuries after a fall than those in the community The American Medical
Directors Association (AMDA) Clinical Practice Guideline is written to give LTC staff an understanding of risk factors for
falls and provide guidance for a systematic approach to patient assessment and selection of appropriate interventions. It
is intended to help facilities establish processes for evaluating, managing, and preventing falls. AMDA guidelines are written
specifically for the elder in the LTC setting. Facility teams systematically address each individual’s risk factors for falls
and fall risks and the adverse consequences on the patient’s functioning and quality of life. AMDA guidelines emphasize key
care processes and are organized for ready incorporation into facility-specific policies and procedures to guide staff and
practitioner practices and performance.