Multidisciplinary interventions and outcomes of the Geriatric Faller Protocol in an emergency diagnostic treatment unit: an internal audit

Key Points

• To evaluate the effectiveness of the Geriatric Faller Protocol (GFP) through multidisciplinary interventions in emergency settings.
• Conducted an internal audit of the Geriatric Faller Protocol implementation.
• Analyzed multidisciplinary team assessments and interventions for geriatric patients.
• Examined outcomes related to hospital admissions and short-term adverse effects.
• Identified potential reduction in hospital admissions due to early interventions.
• Showed lower rates of short-term adverse outcomes among patients under GFP.
• Indicated effectiveness of multidisciplinary approach in emergency settings.