Fall Prevention Research Paper
Fall Prevention
Falls are one of the most common adverse events in health care institutions. Health care facilities are entitled to monitor patients and visitors who are in the risk of falls when entering their premises.
Education is part of fall prevention. We can educate health care employees as nurses, physicians, health care employees, patients and visitors on how to prevent a fall. The way we can educate all the employees in the health care field is by instructing them on conferences, meetings and signs in the hallways if there is a risk. I consider they should be the first ones who receive the appropriate instruction from their employer, in that way they are able to instruct patients and visitors.
Patients are most of the time assessed …show more content…
As the _Iowa Department of Public Health_ published to their community several tips to avoid falls: "Take your time- get out of chair slowly, sit for a moment before getting out of bed, wear sturdy, well-fitting shoes with low heels and non-slip soles, see an eye specialist once a year. Poor vision can increase your chances of falling, be aware that some medications have side effects that can cause dizziness, increase physical activity-regular exercise increases balance and strength. Follow these tips to make living areas safer and help reduce risk of falls. Remove tripping hazards like throw rugs and clutter in …show more content…
As stated by an anonymous writer regarding the fall prevention awareness day which is celebrated on September 23rd of each year, "Senior centers and other community-based organizations serving older adults across the United States are offering programs like A Matter of Balance and Stepping On, along with Tai Chi classes, to help older adults gain the strength, improved balance, and confidence to help them live healthier lives and preserve their independence"
In conclusion, it is very important to be aware if a patient is at risk for falls in a healthcare facility to avoid any injuries on the patient and liability on the health care institution.
References
Iowa Department of Public Health. _Fall Prevention Awareness_. Retrieved from http://lirnproxy.museglobal.com/MuseSessionID=ce426efadb03dacead6993368a4882a/MuseHost=web1.infotrac-custom.com/MusePath/pdfserve/get_item/1/A60596274458.pdf. on September 24,
Falls are one of the most common adverse events in health care institutions. Health care facilities are entitled to monitor patients and visitors who are in the risk of falls when entering their premises.
Education is part of fall prevention. We can educate health care employees as nurses, physicians, health care employees, patients and visitors on how to prevent a fall. The way we can educate all the employees in the health care field is by instructing them on conferences, meetings and signs in the hallways if there is a risk. I consider they should be the first ones who receive the appropriate instruction from their employer, in that way they are able to instruct patients and visitors.
Patients are most of the time assessed …show more content…
As the _Iowa Department of Public Health_ published to their community several tips to avoid falls: "Take your time- get out of chair slowly, sit for a moment before getting out of bed, wear sturdy, well-fitting shoes with low heels and non-slip soles, see an eye specialist once a year. Poor vision can increase your chances of falling, be aware that some medications have side effects that can cause dizziness, increase physical activity-regular exercise increases balance and strength. Follow these tips to make living areas safer and help reduce risk of falls. Remove tripping hazards like throw rugs and clutter in …show more content…
As stated by an anonymous writer regarding the fall prevention awareness day which is celebrated on September 23rd of each year, "Senior centers and other community-based organizations serving older adults across the United States are offering programs like A Matter of Balance and Stepping On, along with Tai Chi classes, to help older adults gain the strength, improved balance, and confidence to help them live healthier lives and preserve their independence"
In conclusion, it is very important to be aware if a patient is at risk for falls in a healthcare facility to avoid any injuries on the patient and liability on the health care institution.
References
Iowa Department of Public Health. _Fall Prevention Awareness_. Retrieved from http://lirnproxy.museglobal.com/MuseSessionID=ce426efadb03dacead6993368a4882a/MuseHost=web1.infotrac-custom.com/MusePath/pdfserve/get_item/1/A60596274458.pdf. on September 24,