Causative Factors Relating to Falls Within the Elderly in...

The purpose of this essay is to analyse and evaluate the risk and causative factors relating to falls associated with the elderly in their home environment. The question presents a case study of Mavis Bazmati and outlines various aspects of her health and home situation. As a community nurse Mavis’ home will be assessed for potential hazards and provide strategies to prevent further falls. There are different community resources that are available to help Mavis and other members of the multi-disciplinary health team to assist with her activities of daily living. Falls in the elderly is a health risk priority (Crisp Taylor. Pg. 235). People aged 65 and over are at most risk as falls can often result in morbidity, mortality and injury†¦show more content†¦There are many risks in the home and identifying the dangers is an essential key for the person’s safety and wellbeing. Slippery floors, poor lighting, pets, inappropriate footwear, electrical cords and loose rugs or mats are just a few potential high risk problems (Heath and Schofield, pg. 262). As a community nurse it is imperative that a home assessment is completed prior to discharge. Although it is unknown if Mavis has dementia it is a factor that should be considered as she is 91 years of age. Another unknown factor is if she has a visibility or mobility impairment or suffers from any alterations in gait (Bueno-Cavanillas, 2000). The home assessment will be conducted on a room to room basis using a falls risk assessment tool. By gathering and documenting this information it will provide more insight into Mavis’ health and lifestyle and give necessary information to other health care members which may be vital. It will be demonstrated in the following examples what rooms are most at high risk for falls, the hazards involved and the strategies for the prevention of falls. The Bathroom: High Risk Area The hazards in this room include: - Slippery floor due to excess water from showering or spillage of urine or body fluids. - Uneven, cracked or broken tiles - Shower recess hob - Open bar heater Strategies to reduce potential hazards: - Non slip tiles or adhesive mats - Direct level entry into shower recess and removing hobShow MoreRelatedAn Evaluation of an on-Farm Food Safety Program for Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Producers; a Global Blueprint for Fruit and Vegetable Producers51659 Words   |  207 Pagesemployment also provided me with a unique opportunity to read and digest all the food safety dialogue that was in the public realm, and begin to form some opinions about on-farm food safety policy and implementation. During that summer and into the fall I was fortunate enough to be introduced to four individuals who have all acted as mentors to me (whether they know it or not). This thesis would not have been possible if it wasn t for the support and friendship of Shane Morris, Amber Bailey, KatijaRead MoreNational Security Outline Essay40741 Words   |  163 Pagescapabilities as potential threats or should we pursue superior capabilities -US leaders have varied greatly on how much is enough -Domestic strength -Important goal is to seek political cohesion, economic vitality, and good educational policies at home because it will help country to prevail during war (increases domestic support and morale) -Economic vitality and educational strength also provide resources to implement national security, help develop weapons to compete with enemies, and allow country