Falls in older patients with cancer: Nursing and Allied Health Group of International Society of Geriatric Oncology review paper

ConclusionAssessing older patients for falls and fall risks is an important first step to identify those who may require further follow-up and intervention. Oncology nurses play a key role in optimizing health outcomes of older adults with cancer - through the use of evidence-based information, such as presented in this publication - and have the capacity to help reduce fall risks during and after treatment through information provision, advocacy, support, and promotion of physical activity.
Source: Journal of Geriatric Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research