Eli's Rehab Report
Add This Resource To Your Falls Risk Prevention Program
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You have an ally in your efforts to protect your patients from falls -- The Joint Commission. The Oakbrook Terrace, Ill.-based accrediting organization formerly known as JCAHO has launched a falls prevention education campaign. "Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that falls are the second leading cause of injury-related deaths for people ages 65 and older, and are the most common cause of injuries and hospital admissions among the elderly," the Commission says in a release. The program offers patients simple tips to prevent falls in the home or in facilities. They include turning on lights when entering a room, removing throw rugs, and applying non-slip decals in bathrooms and on stairs. Resource:
Eli's Rehab Report
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