Fall prevention

Statistics

100

____ is the leading cause of death from injury in elders

Falls

200

1 in ___ elders will fall each year in the US

4

300

This percentage of fatal falls occur in the home each year

60%

400

Every ___ seconds, an elder dies from a fall

35

500

Every ___ seconds, an elder is treated in the ER for a fall

18

In The Home

100

What type of bath mat should be used in the bathroom?

Non-slip / non-skid

200

Installing these near the toilet and shower can help prevent a fall in the bathroom

grab bars

300

Installing a ______ can reduce the risk of nighttime falls AND the fear of nighttime falling by increasing a person's ability to see

night light

400

A person should always wear what kind of foot ware when walking around at home

non-slip shoes

500

Installing ____ on staircases can significantly reduce the risk of losing your balance on the stairs

railings

After a Fall

100

Hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries are the leading cause of ____ after a fall

death

200

When in the hospital, this type of therapist will help you improve independence with activities of daily living?

Occupational therapist

300

Often the biggest consequence of falling is the _____

fear of falling again

400

An elder who falls has a one in ____ risk of falling again

3

500

this type of therapist will often work on improving your strength, balance, and walking abilities after a fall

physical therapist

Risk Factors

100

Being _____, a state of not having enough water, can increase your risk of falls

dehydrated

200

regular ____ can improve balance and strength, reduce the risk of falling

exercise

300

when a person takes 4 or more of these, they are more likely to fall

medications

400

This condition, which is often a complication diabetes, increases your risk of falls by reducing the sensation/feeling in your feet

neuropathy

500

Using ____ for support while walking around the home instead of your prescribed assistive device can increase your risk of falls

furniture or walls

Medications/Illness

100

This substance, especially combined with certain medications, can lead to an increase risk of falls

alcohol

200

This disease makes it more likely to break a bone if you fall

osteoporosis

300

This disorder of blood pressure can cause dizziness and/or fainting upon standing up

othostatic hypotension / postural hypotension

400

This disorder of the inner ear can cause dizziness when moving around

vertigo

500

Elders should have their ___ checked once a year by a doctor

eyes