Item | Point | Notes |
How to Prevent Falls Occurring | Routine Falls Assessments | Physiotherapist |
Routine Environmental Assessments | Physiotherapist/ Nurse | |
Understand Environmental Risks | Learn in Falls Presentation (CPD)
Cluttered Room, slippery surfaces etc |
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Report Resident who have a near fall or are showing signs of poor balance, strength or endurance. | Report to Management | |
Understand what diseases may cause falls. ie. Parkinsons, Stroke, low BP, poor vision, hearing, nutrition etc | Learn in Falls Presentation (CPD) | |
Report Safety Risks | Poor condition steps, footpaths, objects, frames | |
Review Foot Wear | Podiatrist / Physio / Nurse | |
Listen to Residents if they verbally report an issue | Director of Nursing, Nurse | |
Does the Resident need Strength or Balance Retraining? | Include in classes, report to Physio |