Standard Inpatient Falls Prevention Guidance

Nothing, the patient should be able to use the buzzer/call bell

The patient should be moved closer to the buzzer/call bell

The buzzer/call bell should be replaced with a more accessible device

A specific plan must be made appropriate to the patient's needs and recorded in the clinical notes (correct)

The environment should be kept clear and clutter-free

The patient's aids, such as walker and glasses, should be within reach

The patient should be oriented to the bedroom area and bathroom

All of the above (correct)

To reduce the risk of injury if a patient does fall (correct)

To alert staff when a patient is at risk of falling

To provide a more comfortable environment for the patient

To prevent patients from falling in the first place

<p>To notify staff if the patient requires assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To inform staff of the patient's fall risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To help staff assess a patient's mobility before mobilizing them</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Providing opportunities for the patient/resident to be as active as possible during the day</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To identify potential fall hazards in the patient's home</p> Signup and view all the answers