Preventing falls in patients with alcohol problems
Grant, D.
NursingTimes 108(22-23): 17
2012
ISSN/ISBN: 0954-7762 PMID: 22852249 Document Number: 657676
A ward implemented the Productive Ward programme to reduce falls. The importance of staff engagement is highlighted.
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