Preventing Patient Falls: A Systematic Approach From the Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare Project.
Preventing Patient Falls: A Systematic Approach From the Joint Commission Center for Transforming Healthcare Project. Chicago, IL: Health Research & Educational Trust; October 2016.
Falls are a common hazard among both hospitalized and ambulatory patients. This report summarizes the results of a collaborative to identify and address the root causes of falls in hospitals and provides case studies from the participating organizations to illustrate their experiences during the initiative.