Utility of Kiken Yochi Training (KYT) in Fall Risk Prediction

Abstract

Background It is possible to increase the sensitivity of risk prediction to attempt to prevent medical accidents. Kiken Yochi Training (KYT) is widely used to increase the sensitivity of risk prediction in Japan. This study aims to investigate the utility of KYT in fall risk prediction. Materials and Methods The sensitivities of 78 nurses were compared before and after KYT and 1 year after the training was provided. The sensitivity was measured as the number of items reported, that were related to the risk of fall. Analysis of variance and multiple comparison tests were used, and the number of fall-related items reported before and after KYT was evaluated using Pearson’s correlation analysis. Results The number of items reported after KYT was significantly greater than the number before the intervention (p