Table 3 Preventive measures to encourage the recording of falls as perceived by professionals
Units of meaning | Topic |
|---|---|
“Yes, direct access would be really nice, so you don't have to… go to the website because there are people who don't know where the hospital website is” | Direct access to the electronic application for registration |
“It’s really complicated, because it’s very difficult to attend in person. So, it’s online training, and each person has to fit it in to their busy schedule.” | Online training on falls recording |
“Saying that it’s confidential and knowing where it’s registered. I think that would improve things a bit more” | Confidentiality in the registration of falls |
“So, that's why I tell you that, from the beginning, for all new people, it would be great if, just as you get a uniform and an accreditation with an access code, you get clear instructions one morning about the care module, assessment, care plan, discharge care…” | Initial training of junior professionals |