Falls among older people present a significant public health concern. Community nurses, with their expertise, ability to leverage the therapeutic relationship and intimate access to their patients' lives and daily routines, have the capacity to effect real change in this domain. Francesca Ramadan explores the contributing factors underlying falls and shares the practical steps a community nurse can take to manage the risk of future falls and preserve their patients' independence and wellbeing.
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