Table 3.
Perceived views on falls and the falls interventions by older persons with a high risk of falls when preventing falls
| Theme | Categories |
|---|---|
| 1. Views on falls | 1. Thankful for getting away with minor injuries |
| 2. Falls are difficult to predict | |
| 3. Falls are not serious and therefore do not need to be disclosed | |
| 4. Falls lead to serious complication | |
| 5. Falls are part of old age | |
| 2. Help-seeking behavior | 1. Seeking traditional medicine |
| 2. Delay in seeking medical attention | |
| 3. Views on falls interventions | 1. Exercise can prevent falls |
| 2. Issues with the use of walking aids | |
| 3. Home hazards assessment | |
| 3. Response to referrals |