Lower body
20 times
Fear of this can increase your risk of falls
Falling
Sit ups
10
1 in 3 seniors fall every year
True
Marches
26
Taking this type of medication and can affect your balance when standing up to fast.
Blood Pressure Medications
Trunk twists
12
Adults over 65 are more likely to fall each year
True
Hip abd/add
x10
A history of this condition can greatly affect your vision and consciousness if untreated
Diabetes
14
Standing up fast will help reduce risk of falls
False
7-L
x10
This should be eliminated from your home or living areas.
Clutter
Rugs
10
10 % of patient's experience an injury when falling
False = 35 %
LAQ
12 x hold for 10 seconds
How often is an older adult treated in the emergency room for a fall?
Every 11 seconds
$2,000 Average cost of a fall related Injury
False = $15,000