Handout

Prevention of Falls from Bed

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Physical and occupational therapy printable handout: Prevention of falls from bed
Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages

Population:

Adult

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Diagnosis:

This resource explains common reasons that clients fall from bed and utilizes a detailed and thorough approach to environmental, caregiver, and client interventions to reduce the risks. This printable handout is for clinicians working with adult patients, covering Adult. Print Resource, US Letter, 2 pages. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • What factors contribute to falls from bed in older adults?
  • How can I perform a root cause analysis after a fall from bed?
  • How can occupational therapy reduce falls from bed in skilled nursing?

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