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AJN, American Journal of Nursing

Author: Cook McCullagh, M.
Year: 2006
Type: Journal Article

Abstract:

Almost 50 million Americans-about one in five-live with a mental or physical disability, many in homes that are inconvenient, restrictive, or dangerous for them. Modifying the home using universal (barrier-free) design, architectural accessibility, and other such concepts can reduce the risk of falls and improve overall function. Nurses can be involved by assessing patients' living quarters and recommending specific modifications


Further Details

Publish Dates October 2006
Pages 10
Volume 106
Issue 10
Section 54
Accession Number November, 2010
Keywords United States, older, cognitive, mental, modification, housing

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