Summary of: Exploring attitudinal barriers to participation in inpatient fall risk assessment using the Theoretical Domains Framework: A survey of Providers

Authors

Emily L. Carter, Division of Geriatric Medicine Maine Medical Center Portland Maine USA.
Sarah Hallen, Division of Geriatric Medicine Maine Medical Center Portland Maine USA.
Gavin W. Welch, Department of Quality and Patient Safety MaineHealth Portland Maine USA.
Erin N. Gordon, Department of Family Medicine Maine Medical Center Portland Maine USA.
Mark G. Parker, Department of Quality and Patient Safety MaineHealth Portland Maine USA, Division of Nephrology and Transplantation Maine Medical Center Portland Maine USA.

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Why this matters?

This study examines why inpatient providers are not consistently engaging in fall risk assessment despite its importance in preventing hospital falls. Using the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF), the authors identify attitudinal barriers among physicians and advanced practice providers. The findings show that the issue is not lack of belief in the importance of fall prevention, but rather competing priorities and lack of confidence or training, pointing to motivation and workflow integration as key leverage points for change.

Study found @ "Exploring attitudinal barriers to participation in inpatient fall risk" by Emily L. Carter, Sarah A. Hallen et al.

Publication Date

3-2026

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This work was supported by the National Institutes of Health, General Medical Sciences IDeA-CTR grant (NNE-CTR) [grant number U54GM115516