Fall risk prevention hospital

An ID band, magnet and label alert caregivers of which patients might be more likely to fall Color-coding shows either moderate (yellow) or high (red) risk of falls Double tread socks help prevent slipping on smooth floors

As you age, your risk of experiencing a fall increases due to various factors, such as age-related changes, inappropriate footwear, environmental hazards, dehydration, malnutrition, and medical conditions. Falls in the elderly can lead to serious injuries, and understanding the most common causes can be crucial for prevention.

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Original Editor - Shaun Jackson as part of the Northumbria University Innovation and Contemporary Physiotherapy Project

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Falls Prevention Board for Nursing

In the coming weeks, we will be providing information on fall prevention. Falls can lead to major hospital stays.

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