Table 6 Fidelity of enactment & maintenance of behaviors 1 week after completion of the program (n = 18)
Behavior | Fidelity of enactment (1 week) N = 21 | Maintenance (6 months) N = 18 |
|---|---|---|
Continued doing exercises regularly | 14 (58%) | 11 (58%) |
Use of safe walking behaviors used | 15 (75%) | 17 (94%) |
Use of safe measure to get up from a sitting position | 15 (75%) | 17 (94%) |
Discussed with doctor or pharmacist medications that might increase risk of falls | 1 (5%) | 6 (35%) |
Changes related to visual acuity (e.g. glasses, eye exam) | 6 (33%) | 5 (28%) |
Environmental changes at home to decrease fall hazards | 10 (50%) | 12 (67%) |
Changed footwear | 9 (45%) | 9 (50%) |
Talked to a physician regarding falls or fall risk | 7 (33%) | 11 (61%) |