However, adherence to the guideline can be poor. As emergency departments (EDs) are usually consulted by older adults (aged 65 and over) who experience a fall, they provide a setting in which assessments can be conducted or referrals made to more appropriate settings. The objective of this ...
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Prevention of hip fracture is covered by other NICE guidance (on falls and osteoporosis).FtouhNational Clinical Guideline CentreSaoussenNational Clinical Guideline CentreMorgaNational Clinical Guideline CentreAntoniaNational Clinical Guideline CentreSwift...