FALLS/INJURY PREVENTION/SEIZURES

Question 1

what factors ability to protect patient ability to protect themselves?

Answer 1

1. age
2. mobility
3. cognitive and sensory awareness
4. emotional state
5. lifestyle and safety awareness

Question 2

what is a major priority for falls?

Answer 2

PREVENTION so assess all patients that are admitted

Question 3

what are risk factors for falls?

Answer 3

1. older adults
2. decreased visual acuity
3. orthopedic problems
4. urinary frequency
5. cognitive dysfunction
6. gait/balance issues
7. adverse effects of medications

Question 4

what are preventative measures for falls?

Answer 4

1. keep bed in lowest position with wheels locked
2. call light within reach and respond quickly
3. those at risk are near the nurse’s station
4. cannot use full side rails for patient unless they are sedated

Question 5

what is the formula to determine fall rate?

Answer 5

(number of falls/ number of patient days) x 1000= fall rate per 1000 patient days

Question 6

what rescue equipment should be at the bedside for a patient having a seizure?

Answer 6

oxygen, oral airway, and suctioning