This quiz on Fall Risk Assessment and Prevention evaluates knowledge and interventions to prevent falls in healthcare settings. It covers patient care plans, safety measures, medication impacts, and strategies to reduce fall risks, essential for healthcare professionals.
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Regular exercise & increased calcium and vitamin D intake
Sedentary lifestyle - why take the risk
It runs in the family. It’s impossible.
Increase fluid intake
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Stay in bed. There is no need to get up.
Sit up in the bed for a few minutes before standing up. Stand up for a minute before walking.
Get up quickly and walk around until you feel better.
Its common, do nothing about it.
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Frequent/Hourly Rounding to assess needs of the patient
Communicate high risk to other care givers when handing-off
Engage the patient and family in education regarding the risk of falls and how to prevent falls
All of the above
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Doing the activities you enjoy
Visiting friends and family
Leading an active life
All of the above
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Inappropriate footwear
Weak muscles & poor balance
Consuming too much alcohol
All of the above
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Firm back and cover with adjustable fastening, ankle support and non-slip sole
Soft leather sole which is flexible
Soft, cushioned material with a tight fit
Loose footwear
Shoes with high or block heels
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A patient should not use a walker to ambulate if their motor strength is intact.
Hip fractures are not the most frequent type of fall-related fractures.
A motorized scooter is a better option to prevent falls in the elderly.
Medication use may contribute to increased fall risk.
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History of falls
Impaired cognition
Impaired mobility
Patient in a cluttered room
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Complete a fall diary.
Attach a sensor to the client that will alarm when client attempts to get up.
Encourage a family member to stay with the client.
Instruct the client to sit, obtain balance, dangle legs, and rise slowly.
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A patient should not use a walker to ambulate if their motor strength is intact.
Hip fractures are not the most frequent type of fall-related fractures.
A motorized scooter is a better option to prevent falls in the elderly.
Medication use may contribute to increased fall risk.
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Shift or Safety Huddles to review high risk patients
Patient Communication Boards
Environmental Rounds
Completing a falls risk assessment
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Get GP to review medication
Remove clutter from indoors and outdoors
Install lights in dark hallways and stairways
Keep feet healthy
Wear appropriate footwear
Eat a balanced diet
Exercise regularly
All of the above
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Hip fractures
Head injuries
Pressure sores
Muscle rigidity
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Recommend she purchase hip protectors.
Start an exercise program directed by your physical therapist.
Lower her dose of glipizide.
Change amitriptyline to another drug for neuropathy.
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