Which of the following is TRUE of the injuries sustained by the elderly due to falls?
A) The injuries sustained by the elderly are less likely to result in hospitalization.
B) Only more significant falls cause fractures.
C) Less-significant falls may cause fractures.
D) The elderly sustain injuries similar to other age groups in comparable falls.

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Less-significant falls may cause fractures in the elderly. Research has shown that even falls from standing height or lower can cause significant injury in older adults, including fractures. Hospitalization rates for elderly falls are also higher compared to other age groups. Therefore, option A and D are incorrect. Option B is incorrect because significant falls are more likely to cause multiple fractures or more severe injuries, but even seemingly minor falls can cause fractures in the elderly.

Which of the Following Is TRUE of the Injuries Sustained