The Nurse Is Contributing to a Staff Education Program to Prevent

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is contributing to a staff education program to prevent falls in the older population. What should the nurse include as areas to assess for fall prevention? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Use of alcohol
• B)History of falls
• C)Medication side effects
• D)Pressure sore development
• E)Gait and balance screening

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