Falls Prevention Strategies

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📋 Part 1: Falls Prevention Knowledge

1. Which of the following is the MOST effective way to prevent falls by maximising mobility?

Avoiding all physical activity to prevent injury

Regular exercise to improve strength and balance

Using a wheelchair at all times

Staying in bed most of the day

2. What should be done IMMEDIATELY after someone has a fall? (Select all that apply)

Check for injuries before moving the person

Help them stand up quickly

Call for medical help if needed

Record details about what happened

Ignore the fall if they seem fine

3. Falls are a leading cause of __________ and __________ in Australia, especially among older adults.

injury, disability

4. Why is it important to monitor and record fall incidents?

To blame someone for the accident

To identify patterns and prevent future falls

To avoid reporting to authorities

To reduce insurance costs only

🏥 Part 2: Scenario Analysis

5. Read this scenario: "Mrs Chen, 75, fell in her bathroom while getting out of the shower. She is conscious but complaining of hip pain and cannot stand up."

a) List THREE immediate post-fall care steps you would take:

1. ________________________________

2. ________________________________

3. ________________________________

b) What information should be recorded about this fall incident?

6. How could Mrs Chen's mobility have been maintained to potentially prevent this fall?

7. A 16-year-old athlete keeps falling during training due to poor balance. Suggest TWO strategies to help maximise their mobility and reduce fall risk:

1. ________________________________

2. ________________________________

💭 Part 3: Personal Reflection

8. Think about your own community (home, school, neighbourhood). Identify ONE way you could help someone stay mobile and safe to reduce their risk of falling:

9. Explain why maintaining mobility is better than avoiding physical activity when it comes to falls prevention:

10. Complete this falls prevention checklist by filling in the missing words:

• Engage in regular _____________ activity to improve strength and balance

• Ensure immediate _____________ and care if a fall occurs

• _____________ incident details and review contributing factors

• Remove _____________ hazards from living spaces