Perceptions and practices of rehabilitation specialist nurses in fall management: a qualitative study

Rehabilitation specialist nurses were found to contribute significantly to fall prevention through multidimensional assessment and personalized interventions. Integrating rehabilitation specialist nurses' expertise in dynamic functional assessment into standard fall prevention protocols is crucial for improving patient safety. Healthcare institutions should leverage their expertise to establish structured prevention protocols, incorporate real-time monitoring, and promote interprofessional cooperation, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of fall management in rehabilitation settings.