Introduction:
Integrating technology-based interventions in healthcare presents transformative opportunities for preventing falls, particularly in Residential Aged Care Services (RACS). Professionals are increasingly adopting innovative techniques to enhance patient outcomes significantly in an ever-evolving care landscape. By embracing these advancements, the nursing profession is positioned to foster safer and more engaging care environments, ultimately revolutionizing the standard of elderly care. This poster synthesises evidence-based technology interventions for reducing fall incidents and improving balance among elderly residents in RACS, providing valuable insights for nursing professionals.
Methods:
Following PRISMA and SWiM guidelines, a comprehensive search was conducted in the CINAHL (EBSCOhost) and Scopus databases in May 2024, utilizing MeSH terms and relevant keywords. Based on stringent inclusion/exclusion criteria, peer-reviewed studies published in English from 2014 to 2024 were screened and included. Two reviewers independently performed data extraction and quality assessment using the JBI checklist.
Results:
Twelve studies met the inclusion criteria, demonstrating the effectiveness of technology-based interventions. The thematic analysis identified five key themes related to fall prevention strategies: Exercise programs, multifactorial interventions, balance and range of motion exercises, environmental and routine modifications, and technology-based interventions. This poster will focus on innovative, technology-based intervention, presenting its subcategorization involving three interventions: Exergaming, VR-Based Balance Training and Virtual Reality Exercises.
Conclusions:
In conclusion, implementing exergaming, VR-based balance Training, and Virtual Reality Exercises interventions in RACS effectively improves balance, reduces fall risks, and reduces elderly residents' fear of falling. By embracing these innovations, nurses can lead in transforming care, improving patient outcomes, and providing safer, more engaging care environments. Further exploration is essential to establish these approaches' long-term viability and advance nursing practice.

Keywords: digital health, fall prevention, Technology-based interventions, aged care, Fall intervention