Falls Flashcards
1
Q
What percentage of patients over 65 who live independently have morbidity due to falling?
A
30% in persons over 65 who live independentaly.
2
Q
What percentage of those over the age of 80 suffer from falls?
A
50%
3
Q
What are the main treatments to prevent falling?
A
Quadriceps strengthening
Gluteal strengthening
Balance training
Prevent osteoporosis
4
Q
What is the FRAX score?
A
Risk factors for osteoperotic fractures calculated by a computer.
5
Q
What is general treatment plan for osteoperosis
A
Vitamin D
Calcium
And some sort of resorptive inhibitor.
