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Fall Prevention Challenges from M. Catherine Wollman

Fall Prevention Challenges Real Solutions to Reduce Falls, Prevent Injuries and Limit Liability from M. Catherine Wollma

Faculty: M. Catherine Wollman

Duration:6 Hours 14 Minutes | Format:Audio and Video

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Outline:

How to Prevent Falls Before They Occur

Who is likely to fall?
Which risk factors can we modify?
Precipitating causes – what to watch for
Institutional barriers – avoiding 1:1s
Important implications of co-morbidities
The benefits of vitamin D

Fall Risk Assessment

Current guidelines
Who should we screen?
Multi-factorial causes of falls
Recommended fall risk assessments
Fall Prevention Strategies

What works and what does not
Addressing alarm fatigue
Avoiding 1:1s
Effective evidence-based interventions
Education & assistive devices

Putting Together a Successful Fall Prevention Program

Patient specific interventions
Developing a multidisciplinary program: Roles & responsibilities
Fall rounds

Patient Evaluation

History
Physical exam
Evaluation tools (POMA tool, Get up and go test, Functional reach test, Berg balance test, Short physical performance battery)
Diagnostic tests
Review of Gait Disorders (video)

What to do When a Patient Falls: Hands-On Evaluation

Assess need for immediate medical care
Evaluate for acute illness/preceding factors
Communication with caregivers
Common injuries
Goals of care

Difficult Situations

Frequent fallers – when injury prevention is your goal!
Anticoagulation risks
Prolonged time on floor
What to do when fractures occur
Head trauma management

Preventing Risk and Limiting Liability

Home safety evaluations
Communication and documentation
Quality improvement opportunities
High-risk scenarios: Case studies
Addressing family concerns with falls
Managing poor outcomes

Fall Prevention Plan Development

Apply what we have learned
Solutions for your biggest challenges!

Description:

Falls frequently result in significant adverse effects not only to patients but also to families and institutions. The far-reaching effects of falls make fall prevention an important topic for all healthcare providers. Falls are associated with increased morbidity and mortality and are frequently a source of litigation and insurance claim denial. The impact of falls is extensive from psychologically to financially. The complex multifactorial causes of falls, such as cognitive disorders, gait impairment and environmental factors, make fall prevention a challenge; however, there are evidence-based interventions available to mitigate the risks for even the most challenging situations.

Healthcare professionals are increasingly aware of the importance of fall data, adverse effects from falls and limited staffing resources to provide 1:1 supervision to prevent falls. This seminar will provide realistic, efficient, and effective solutions to address falls. Learn best practice guidelines, evidenced-based interventions and prevention strategies, as well as how to apply this knowledge to your practice setting. This seminar will provide a hands-on, logical step-by-step approach to develop effective fall prevention plans to reduce falls, prevent injuries and limit liability. Join me for this comprehensive and dynamic seminar to explore your challenges and develop solutions for your struggles with falls.

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