Risk..not Risky Business
Who is responsible for identifying a fall risk?
All associates
Who is responsible for posting the Top 5 list on the huddle board?
Charge RN, Unit supervisor/manager/director
Who is included in the patients Fall TIPS education?
Patient, family and/or friends.
What is the national goal percentage to decrease falls with injury?
5% from the previous year
What date is the National SWOT team going to arrive at Borgess?
What fall risk assessment does Borgess utilize?
Morse Fall Scale
How often does the Top 5 list need to be re-evaluated?
q12 hrs
What is utilized to educate the patient/family/friend?
The Falls TIPS education sheet (laminated with ability to utilize erasable marker).
What is the most common reason for falls at Borgess (it is not staffing)?
Patient not in arms reach.
Who will be involved in the SWOT analysis?
All nursing leaders.
Who is included in ongoing education of the patient to ensure safety?
Associates and family members.
What is the Top 5 list on the huddle boards?
The Top 5 patients at highest risk for falling.
What percentage of bedside associates need to be competent will Fall TIPS?
100%
What is the purpose for having the yellow fall light or yellow magnet outside of the patient's room?
To provide visual management for all associates to easily identify patients at fall risk.
What is the main goal of the National Falls SWOT team?
To assess what is working well and identify opportunities for patient fall risk, identification, processes, etc.
How often does the patient need to be assessed as a fall risk?
q12 hrs
Who is responsible for driving the education, implementation and accountability for fall safety and falls TIPS?
Leaders and Champions (we are all champions!)
What is the most common percentage for leaving a tip after eating dinner at a restaurant?
*****15-20%
Who are the 2 top states leading Ascension nationally with being at or below goal (Is it the BIG TEN)?
Michigan and IL (and it isn't the BIG TEN)!
What is 4 of the most important facts to discuss with the SWOT team?
1. Morse Fall Scale
2. Identification of high fall risk
3. Implementation of fall risk safety measures
4. Fall TIPS
What is considered 'high risk' on the Morse fall scale?
45 +
What happens after the post fall huddle?
1. Ensure patient safety and education
2. ERS complete
3. Remediation education for associate
Why is Fall TIPS based on Morse Fall Scale?
Integrates clinical decision support to link the Morse Fall scale.
How many falls with harm has occurred at Borgess from July-Nov. 9th, 2023?
63
What is the most critical aspect of falls and Fall TIPS?
Priority awareness, education and accountability for the processes.