Causes of Falls
What common household hazard, often found in kitchens and bathrooms, can lead to falls?
What are wet floors?
These should be installed on stairways and in bathrooms to prevent falls.
What are grab bars?
This handheld device helps with balance by providing extra support during walking.
What is a cane?
After a fall, if you feel disoriented or lightheaded, you should first do this.
What is stay on the ground and wait until you feel steady?
This age-related condition, affecting balance and coordination, increases the risk of falling.
What is muscle weakness?
This type of flooring can be especially slippery, increasing the risk of falls.
What are tile or hardwood floors?
This mobility aid provides more stability than a cane and is often used by those recovering from injuries.
What is a walker?
If you need to call for help after a fall and can't reach a phone, you can use this strategy to get attention.
What is call out loudly or use an emergency alert system?
Taking multiple of these can lead to confusion and balance issues, raising the risk of falling.
What are medications?
This common tripping hazard is often found scattered across the floor in homes.
What are loose rugs or cords?
This device can be installed on stairs to assist individuals who have difficulty walking up or down.
What is a stairlift?
After falling, if you're able, you should roll onto this part of your body before attempting to get up.
What is your side?
This term describes a sudden loss of muscle strength and coordination due to neurological events like a stroke.
What is a neurological impairment?
Adequate lighting, especially in this area of the home, is crucial to avoid falls during nighttime trips.
What is the hallway?
A chair with this built-in feature can help individuals transition from sitting to standing more easily.
What is a lift chair?
To safely rise from a fall, you should use these pieces of furniture or aids for support.
What are a sturdy chair or nearby stable object?
This common visual impairment, which can worsen in dim lighting, increases the likelihood of falls.
What is cataracts?
These should be repaired or removed from outdoor walkways to prevent trips and falls.
What are cracks or uneven surfaces?
This tool helps people put on shoes without bending down, reducing the risk of falls from improper footwear.
What is a long-handled shoehorn?
To prevent further falls after recovery, you should contact this healthcare professional for an assessment.
Who is an occupational therapist?