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Spotlight on Evidence Synthesis Program

One-to-One Sitters to Prevent Falls in Acute Hospitalized Patients


by Adela Greely, MD ; Julia Neily, RN MS MPH ; Paul Shekelle, MD, PhD, MPH
Seminar date: 12/19/2019

Description: This webinar will report the results of a systematic review of the effectiveness of sitters, and alternatives to sitters, to prevent falls in acutely hospitalized adults. Intended audience: Hospitalists and nurses who provide care for inpatients at increased risk for falls



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