Falls Flashcards
1
Q
Coming to rest inadvertently on the ground or at a lower level
A
Fall
2
Q
_ out of 3 adults > 65 y/o report falls each year
A
1
3
Q
Some sequelae of falls
A
- decline in functional status
- nursing home placement
- increased use of medical services
- fear of falling
4
Q
Causes of falls
A
complex interaction of
- intrinsic factors
- challenges to postural control
- mediating factors
5
Q
Intrinsic risk factors for falls
A
older age, balance problems, cognitive impairments, female, hx of fall, pain, Parkinson’s, leg weakness, gait issues, stroke, arthritis
6
Q
Physical exam maneuvers for falls
A
- Functional reach test
- Up and Go test
- Berg Balance Test
- Performance-Oriented Mobility Assessment
7
Q
______ supplementation has been shown to decrease fall risk
A
Vitamin D
8
Q
Single most predictive risk factor for patient’s future fall risk?
A
Prior fall
9
Q
Medication that is highly associated w/ falls?
A
Benzos - lorazepam
10
Q
Based on controlled clinical trials, which of these interventions can help prevent future falls?
A
Vitamind D supplement
