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Determination of prefracture physical function in community-dwelling people who fracture their hip
Author(s)	Thomas James Overend, Bert Mackenzie Chesworth, Marina Sandrin
Journal title	Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, vol 55A, no 11, November 2000
Pages	pp M698-M702
Keywords	Mobility ; Fractures ; Living in the community ; Evaluation ; Canada.
Annotation	Pre-fracture physical function must be accurately determined to set appropriate and attainable goals for rehabilitation following hip fracture. This is especially important for those living independently prior to their fracture. This Canadian study determines reliability and internal consistency of a pre-fracture physical function questionnaire (PFPQ) completed by both patients and knowledgeable informants (KIs). The 20-item PFPQ - which includes ambulation, transfers, balance and self-care domains - was tested with 40 community-dwelling hip fracture patients (mean age 77.9) and 40 KIs identified by patients. The PFPQ was found to be reliable and internally consistent. In situations where patients with a hip fracture are unable to provide this necessary information, KIs can provide reliable information which can help in setting appropriate rehabilitation goals. (RH).
Accession Number	CPA-001221223 A
Classmark	C4: CUF: K4: 4C: 7S
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