Instructed patient to place a night-light along the route between the bedroom and bathroom.
Patient instructed to lean on his/hers strongest knee at the time of getting up after a fall.
Patient and caregiver instructed that in the event of a power outage flashlights and new batteries should be placed by their bedside.
Patient and/or caregiver instructed to clean any spilled or splashed grease on the kitchen floor immediately to prevent accidents.
Patient instructed to try to rotate his/her body to the side or sitting position in the event of a fall.
Patient instructed never to stop a fall with his/her hands or elbows. Should a fall occur always maintain elbows, wrists and knees bent to prevent injuries.
Patient instructed to breath deeply five or six times after experiencing a fall. In the event of any injuries do not try to get up, call 911 or a family member immediately for assistance.
Patient instructed that if after a fall he or she doesn
Instructed patient about never walking around in stocking feet and consider sneakers and shoes with laces.
Instructed patient not to pile up items on the floor, stairway or pathways between rooms.