What Interventions Can Be Implemented to Prevent Falls?
There are multiple interventions that nurses can implement to prevent falls: - Education: Educating patients and their families about fall risks and prevention strategies. - Environmental Modifications: Ensuring that the patient's environment is safe by removing clutter, improving lighting, and installing grab bars in bathrooms. - Assistive Devices: Providing and properly fitting assistive devices such as walkers or canes. - Medication Review: Collaborating with healthcare providers to review and adjust medications that may contribute to fall risk. - Exercise Programs: Encouraging strength and balance exercises to improve mobility and reduce fall risk. - Patient Monitoring: Regularly monitoring high-risk patients and implementing bed alarms or sitter services if necessary.
