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FALLS AND RISK OF FALL IN OUTPATIENT TYPE 2 DIABETES PATIENTS AT HOSPITAL E
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Objective: This study aims to describe the prevalence of falls and fall risk among elderly patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) receiving outpatient treatment at Hospital E. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 339 diabetic patients aged 60 years and above who were receiving outpatient treatment at Hospital E. Data were collected through interviews, clinical examinations, and medical records. The fall risk assessment tools included the 21-item Fall Risk Index, Timed Up and Go (TUG), and Functional Reach Test (FRT). Results: Among the 339 patients, 37.8% had experienced falls, and 20.7% had fallen in the past 12 months. According to the 21-item Fall Risk Index, 53.7% of the patients were at high risk of falling. Results from the TUG test showed that 15.1% of the patients were at risk of falling, and from the FRT, 18.6% were at risk. Factors related to fall risk included gender, age, duration of diabetes, and living conditions. Male patients, elderly individuals, and those with a longer duration of diabetes had a higher risk of falling. Conclusion: The study indicates a high prevalence of falls and fall risk among elderly diabetic patients, emphasizing the need for fall prevention interventions. Fall risk assessment tools such as the 21-item Fall Risk Index, TUG, and FRT have proven effective in early detection of fall risk. Implementing fall prevention measures is essential to improve the quality of life for patients
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falls, fall risk, diabetes mellitus, elderly
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