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
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DIGITAL SEMINAR – Fall Prevention Challenges Real Solutions to Reduce Falls, Prevent Injuries and Limit Liability
Which fall prevention interventions are effective – and which are not?
Tips to effectively manage your high risk & challenging patients
The must-have tools for an effective multidisciplinary fall prevention program
Identify risk: The latest guidelines for fall risk assessments
New technology available to prevent falls and limit injury
Comprehensive patient evaluations following a fall
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.
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!
OBJECTIVES
Evaluate precipitating causes for falls so that preventative measures can be in place.
Formulate a comprehensive evaluation for high fall risk patients.
Analyze medications that are known to contribute in various ways to fall risks.
Assess the risk for adverse patient outcome and need for urgent intervention.
Determine the tools necessary for a multidisciplinary fall prevention program.
Select patient-specific fall prevention interventions for a successful fall prevention plan.
Evaluate the impact of common gait disorders on fall risk.
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