Question

The nursing student understands that patient safety is a priority. Which of the following does the nursing student recognize as a risk factors for falls? (Select all that Apply)

A. History of previous falls

B. Orthostatic hypotension

C. Yoga

D. Steady gait

E. Cognitive impairment

Answer 1

Answer

A. History of previous falls

B. Orthostatic Hypotension

E. Cognitive impairment

All the above listed are the common risk factors of Falls

1. Patient with recurrent history of falls may have associated medical condition / underlying medical issues. Hence nurse should recognize the history of previous falls as a risk factor
2. Cognitive impairment is also one of the risk factor for falls. Poor motor coordination is associated with increased occurrence of falls
3. Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is an abnormal decrease in systolic blood pressure (BP) within minutes of standing from lying position with symptoms ranging from visual disturbances and dizziness to syncope. Hence Orthostatic hypotension may cause falls with injuries