Write a 1-page paper addressing the sections below of the research proposal.
Fall prevention in elderly population in the community (elderly population receiving home health care services in a suburban community)
Methodology
- Sample/Setting: Number and criteria for inclusion and description of place in which data will be collected.
- Sampling Strategy
- Research Design: Type (e.g., Quasi-Experimental), description, and rationale for selection.
| Assignment | |
| Sample discussion includes justification for number of subjects and criteria for inclusion/exclusion. | |
| Setting discussion includes an overview and rationale for setting location | |
| Sampling Strategy is fully explained and appropriate to the study focus. | |
| Research Design is described in detail and is appropriate to answer the research question. | |
| Followed APA guidelines for writing style, spelling and grammar, and citation of sources. | |
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Note: The elders whowere sampledfor thisstudy receivehome healthservicesfrom one home health agency. They have history of fall or high risk for fall. They are living in theirownhomesor in assisting living facilities (55 patients). Home Health Nurse chose this topic due to the high incidence of fall in this elderly group. |
