Fear of Falling,regardless of Whether the Individual Has Actually Fallen,is

question 7

Multiple Choice

Fear of falling,regardless of whether the individual has actually fallen,is problematic for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

• A)It causes the individual to limit activity,thereby increasing fall risk.
• B)It negatively affects quality of life
• C)It is an annoyance for care providers
• D)It increases anxiety and depression

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Definitions:

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths taken per minute, a vital sign indicating the breathing rate of an individual.

Capillary Refill

The time taken for color to return to an external capillary bed after pressure is applied; used to assess peripheral blood flow.

IV Solution

A liquid solution delivered directly into a vein through an intravenous line for hydration or medication.

Infusion Rate

The speed at which a drug or other substance is administered intravenously to a patient, usually measured in milliliters per hour (ml/hr).