Safety Precautions & Fall Prevention - 1.25 Hours
Earns 1.25 Hours.
This course explores the process of fall risk assessment using available fall assessment tools and the multiple risk factors that make home health care patients vulnerable to falls. Students will learn fall prevention strategies and techniques that home health care providers can utilize to reduce fall incidences in the home. The course will also showcase available resources and steps to incorporate strong fall prevention programs in the home health care setting.
What you'll learn...
- How to Recognize Fall Hazards in a Home Health and/or Hospice Care Setting
- How to Assess Patients’ Fall Risk Factors Using Fall Assessment Tools
- Strategies to Reduce Fall Incidences in Home Health Care
- Fall Management Techniques to Care for Victims When a Fall Happens
5 lessons