Fall Prevention
Equipment and Devices
Signs & Symptoms
Pressure Relief
Prevention
100
This is something you can install on the walls in your shower to decrease risk for falling.
Grab Bars
100
This is a long stick that you can use to reach things or put your pants on
Reacher or Grabber
100
Name a sign of a urinary tract infection (UTI)
A strong, persistent urge to urinate
A burning sensation when urinating
Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
Urine that appears cloudy
Urine that appears red, bright pink or cola-colored — a sign of blood in the urine
Strong-smelling urine
Pelvic pain, in women — especially in the center of the pelvis and around the area of the pubic bone
100
If you notice redness on a bony part of your body, it could be a sign of what?
A Pressure Sore
100
Who should always consult before you stop taking any medications?
Your Doctor
200
This is something you can put in your bathtub if you can't step over your tub.
Tub transfer bench
200
This device helps you get your socks on
Sock Aid
200
Name a sign of dehydration
Muscle weakness
Lethargy
Dry mouth
Headaches or dizziness
An inability to sweat
Low blood pressure
Rapid heart rate
Fatigue
Confusion
200
Name a way you can relieve pressure while sitting in your wheelchair or in bed.
Laying on your side
wheelchair push-up
leaning side to side
200
Name a way to prevent pneumonia
Eat sitting up in a chair
washing your hands
good oral care
300
Name 3 safety hazards at home
Throw rugs
Low lighting
Clutter
Cords across floor
Common items in low cabinets
300
You can ride one of these at the grocery store if you get tired easily
Electric scooter/cart
300
How long can it take to show signs of a pressure injury?
2 Hours!
300
Name one way to reduce your risk for falls
Use your walker or wheelchair
Use a grab bar
Sit in the shower
Sit to get dressing
Wear proper shoes
Wear socks with grips
400
Name something that can put you at risk for falling
Taking certain medications
Vision problems
Foot pain or poor footwear
Lower body weakness
Vitamin D deficiency
Difficulties with walking and balance
400
This can help you read your doctor’s prescriptions if the print is too small
Magnifying Glass
400
Name a sign of a stroke
F-Facial drooping
A-Arm weakness
S-Speech
T-Time to call 9-1-1
400
Name an area of the body that is prone to pressure sores
400
Name a reason why you shouldn’t eat in bed
It can cause:
Pneumonia
Choking
500
Demonstrate the correct way to stand and sit from a chair or a wheelchair.
Push up from armrests
Reach back for armrests
500
Something that attaches to your toilet and can help you clean yourself after going to the bathroom.
500
What is a normal oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and heart rate at rest?
90%, 120/80, 60-85 BPM
500
What is the first sign of a pressure sore?
Redness
500
How long should you wash your hands for?
20 Seconds