Abstract
Objective: To build, through a theoretical framework, a grounded and uniform understanding that recognizes the issue in question and that can add knowledge to clinical practice for the geriatric population. Methods: This work is a study based on an integrative review of specialized literature and based on evidence. The preparation steps were: identify the topic and select the research question, search for articles on digital bases and define inclusion and exclusion criteria and analysis with discussion of the results obtained from the journals. Results: It can be inferred that the risk factors contribute in a reduced way to the occurrence of the fall, and with it its complications. Thus, it is imperative to conduct a comprehensive assessment in the elderly in order to identify the risk factors and prevent falls and their outcome. Final considerations: Multidisciplinary care for elderly patients is essential, so that the doctor may be able to identify the risk factors for falls present in the process of physiological decline in life. Thus seeking to intervene in an appropriate manner before the event occurs. The doctor must still be able to encourage the maintenance of his autonomy and independence to carry out daily activities.