The goal of this continuing education program is to improve nurses’ and physical therapists’ ability to identify and minimize risk factors for falls in the elderly and reduce the risk of patient harm resulting from falls. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:
- Identify the major physical, psychological and environmental risk factors for falls in the elderly
- List measures that can prevent falls in home, hospital and long-term care settings
- Conduct a thorough evaluation after a fall
