Mandatory Inservices | Fall Prevention by admin | Mar 10, 2023 Post Test - Fall Prevention Select The Correct Answer For Each Full Name Email Address Each year 1 out 3 adults ages 65 and older fall. True False Which of the following is NOT suggested for fall prevention? Remove throw rugs Add grab bars Never wear footwear Use non-slip mats Medication history is important to review when assessing for a fall risk. True False Falls can lead to hip fractures, head injuries, and even death. True False 4 ways to prevent falls. Exercise regularly, annual eye exams, Medication review for interactions, Improve lighting Don’t walk, have rugs in house, use night lights, exercise Hold furniture, wear socks, use a cane, only walk when needed Get your physical, when in pain keep moving, eat healthy, check your blood pressure Fall Reduction Tips: Remove things you can trip over Install handrails and lights on all staircases Remove small throw rugs or use double-sided tape to keep the rugs from slipping All of the above When screening and completing an assessment for fall risk you check these four topics: Date of birth, culture, eating habits, weight Vital signs, eating habits, height, vision History, functional, environmental, physical Functional, age, psychosocial, heredity Falls cannot be prevented, and you have the ability to reduce your risk. True False The physical screening and assessment consist of: Nerves and muscle strength Hearing Vision Both A & C Only old people who are sick fall. True False Time's up
