SA Health PowerPoint Template - Green - Falls Prevention in SA

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RED DOT SYSTEM Independent Light assistance of 1 person Assistance from 2 people Non-weight bearing Acknowledgement: Manning Base Hospital, NSW
Falls Prevention system Intrinsic Risk Factors Age – advanced age 75+ years and 55+ years of ATSI History of falls – predictive of more falls Conditions affecting behaviour, mental state, judgement or insight – sometimes modifiable Conditions affect ability to transfer and mobilise safely Medications affecting reaction time, motor function, cause dizziness, postural drops in BP or Drowsiness. Polypharmacy. Risk factors for injury or harm should a fall occur: •Poor bone strength; osteoporosis •Frail skin •Low BMI •Anticoagulant therapy or bleeding disorder
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