https://www.penexchange.de/pen-wiki/api.php?action=feedcontributions&feedformat=atom&user=Marblebreath0Penexchange Wiki - Benutzerbeiträge [de]2026-05-02T07:58:49ZBenutzerbeiträgeMediaWiki 1.30.0https://www.penexchange.de/pen-wiki/index.php?title=Elderly_Falls_Risk_Assessment_and_Prevention&diff=111710Elderly Falls Risk Assessment and Prevention2023-10-09T00:41:22Z<p>Marblebreath0: Die Seite wurde neu angelegt: „Elderly falls are the leading cause of injury in older people, and are responsible for an estimated 30 million injuries per year. These fall-related injuries a…“</p>
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<div>Elderly falls are the leading cause of injury in older people, and are responsible for an estimated 30 million injuries per year. These fall-related injuries are often serious, and can cause a wide range of complications.<br /><br />Risk assessment and prevention<br /><br />There are several ways to help prevent elderly falls. These include getting up safely after a fall, staying active and taking steps to reduce the likelihood of falls.<br /><br />Staying active and taking exercise can help you keep your balance and improve your strength. It also helps to get regular medical checkups and to make sure you’re hydrated.<br /><br />Be aware of tripping hazards and other environmental factors that could put you at risk for a fall, such as dim lights, cords on the floor, or low chairs in a room. You can fix these problems to increase safety in your home or place of work.<br /><br />Get your eyes checked regularly to check for eye problems, such as dry eye or glaucoma. This can be done at a walk-in clinic or by a specialist.<br /><br /> [https://personalmedicalalarms.com.au/ Personal medical alarms] Take your medications on schedule and don’t overdose. Some medications can cause dizziness or dehydration, which can increase the risk of a fall.<br /><br />Medications for mental health, including sedatives and antidepressants, can also be associated with a higher risk of falling.<br /><br />Personal emergency response systems (PERS) can also alert a carer or emergency service to a fall. Most of these systems have a button that can be worn on a necklace or bracelet, and pressing it will call for help.</div>Marblebreath0