increased risks
falls facts
home checklist
true/false
100
decreased amounts of this vitamin will increase the likelihood of a fall
What is D
100
where do most falls occur?
What is the home
100
these should be located at the top and bottom of your stairs
What is light switches
100
some medications will cause dizzy or sleepy feelings
What is true
200
what are 3 items that can be tripped over when walking in a home?
What are throw rugs, uneven floor/steps, items lying on the floor
200
what is the end result of most falls?
What is bruising and scrapes
200
what is needed near stairwells and in bathrooms to prevent falls
What is guide rails
200
exercise improves balance and coordination
What is true
300
weakness in this region of your body increases the risk of falling
What is lower body
300
what is the ratio of adults over 65 who experience falls?
What is 1/3
300
what should be located near your bed or near your favorite chair in the living room?
What is the telephone
300
poor vision does not increase the risk of falling
What is false
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