Journal article
Strategies to overcome barriers to implementing osteoporosis and fracture prevention guidelines in long-term care: a qualitative analysis of action plans suggested by front line staff in Ontario, Canada
Abstract
BackgroundOsteoporosis is a major global health problem, especially among long-term care (LTC) facilities. Despite the availability of effective clinical guidelines to prevent osteoporosis and bone fractures, few LTC homes actually adhere to these practical recommendations. The purpose of this study was to identify barriers to the implementation of evidence-based practices for osteoporosis and fracture prevention in LTC facilities and elicit …
Authors
Alamri SH; Kennedy CC; Marr S; Lohfeld L; Skidmore CJ; Papaioannou A
Journal
BMC Geriatrics, Vol. 15, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
December 2015
DOI
10.1186/s12877-015-0099-8
ISSN
1471-2318