Fall Prevention / Safety
Walking like what animal help you stay safe?
A penguin
What is the percentage of falls that are due to hip fractures (closest answer will get the points)
What is 32%
When is the optimal time to put on your winter apparel?
Before leaving the house
What is the most appropriate shoe to wear when going outside?
closed, toed shoes
What surface would become icy first? (ramp, stairs, or both)
What is black ice?
Who should you follow up with after you have fallen?
Primary Care Physician
Name the 4 things to help you stay warm during the winter
Thick socks, Boots with traction, Gloves, and Long Pants
Name the three weather conditions to consider before leaving the home
Precipitation (sleet, snow, rain, hail)
Grounds conditions (sticking, wet, icy)
Temperature (below freezing, windy, full day temp)
What should you always keep on you, in case you have a falling incident, to obtain help?
What is a cell phone?
What would be important item to consider checking in the wintertime at your front door, that would normally help to dry off your shoes?
What is a doormat?
You fell while walking to your car due to some ice on your walkway and you are in pain, who should you call first?
What is 911?
What has all the education and teaching done so far on this topic help to do?
Falls can occur at what time during the year
What is any time of the year?