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- FALLS AWARENESS PREVENTION GUIDE - OrthoInfo
There are a number of medical, personal and environmental factors that can make someone more susceptible to a fall-related injury Familiarize yourself with the following risk factors to find out if you or a loved one is at a high risk of falling
- Module 1: Common Fall Hazards - Occupational Safety and . . .
A fall is: “A sudden, unanticipated descent in space driven by gravity ” The consequences are often disabling, or deadly It takes most people about 1 3 of a second to become aware of a fall It takes another 1 3 of a second for the body to react A person can fall up to 7 feet in 2 3 of a second
- Evidence Based Practices to Reduce Fall Events
Evidence Based Best Practices for Fall Reduction − Fall Risk screening using an evidence-based Fall Risk Assessment Tool appropriate for the care setting − Implementation of a multi-factorial Fall Prevention care plan tailored for the patient
- Fall Prevention in the Home - Aurora Health Care
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in the home, especially for older adults Most falls can be avoided by using the following tips: 1 Make your home safe 2 Take your medication Be sure to take medications as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist 3 Stay active
- Talking With Your Patients About Falls POCKET GUIDE . . .
Talking With Your Patients About Falls • Help patients understand their own unique fall risk ifiable risk factors and corresponding fall prevention strategies • Emphasize that fall prevention can help them remain independent • Discuss with patients which strategies they might be willing to do
- Fall_Safety_Presentation_2024. pptx - National Weather Service
Map out routes to safe places on high ground or inland, and practice walking them If in harbor know your fastest route to high ground If underway, know your fastest route to deep water Put together portable disaster supply kits Visiting the coast? Ask about local tsunami safety
- Universal Fall Prevention Strategies
Provide patient family education on fall prevention and safety measures, document education provided and extent to which patient and family understand
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