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Volume no. 14 | JUNE 2024
Issue no. 14


Title
RISK FACTORS OF FALL-RELATED INJURY AMONG THE ELDERLY IN SELECTED BARANGAYS IN BATANGAS CITY
Author
Carandang, A-J D., Catapang, John Lester A., Limbo, Princess Kyla M., Matira, April Joy A., Perez, Sandra M., Petargue, Rachel Jostein E.
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Abstract
Falls pose a serious threat to the well-being of the elderly, potentially leading to injuries or fatalities. The incidence of falls can be attributed to biophysical, behavioral, environmental, and psychological factors. Assessing and identifying these risks, along with promoting proactive lifestyle modifications and safety measures, may prevent further injuries and fatalities among the elderly. This non-experimental, correlational research study assessed 38 elderly individuals from selected barangays in Batangas City, examining how their profiles and identified risk factors contribute to the frequency of fall-related injuries. The researchers utilized purposive and convenience sampling, and a self-made questionnaire validated by professionals, to collect pertinent data. The results indicated that the connection between the sex of older adults and their behavioral risk factors affects their increased risk for falls, and the connection between age and biophysical risk factors also affects their fall risk. The respondents mostly answered that they experienced falling due to brisk walking, lack of engagement in physical activities, absence of grab bars in the house, and a history of falls which are under the different fall risk factors identified in the study. Lastly, the researchers created a plan of action to foster awareness of fall risk factors and prevention strategies such as the proposal of grab bars installation for the elderly, enhancing their quality of life and overall well-being.
Keywords
Falls, biophysical factor, behavioral factor, environmental factor, psychological factor, injury
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