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Fall precautions Teaching 437Fall precautionsPatient instructed that if after a fall he or she doesnFall precautions Teaching 436Fall precautionsPatient 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.Fall precautions Teaching 435Fall precautionsPatient 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. Fall precautions Teaching 434Fall precautionsPatient instructed to try to rotate his/her body to the side or sitting position in the event of a fall.Fall precautions Teaching 433Fall precautionsPatient and/or caregiver instructed to clean any spilled or splashed grease on the kitchen floor immediately to prevent accidents.Fall precautions Teaching 432Fall precautionsPatient and caregiver instructed that in the event of a power outage flashlights and new batteries should be placed by their bedside.Fall precautions Teaching 431Fall precautionsCaregiver instructed to remove small area rugs and place non-slip treads on bare wood floors, steps and also at the top and bottom of the stairs to prevent falls.Fall precautions Teaching 430Fall precautionsPatient and/or caregiver instructed to install grab bars in the bathtub. This simple procedure will prevent falls while the patient is in the bathtub and at the same time will provide additional support when she/he needs it.Fall precautions Teaching 429Fall precautionsCaregiver and/or patient instructed to place a rubber mat or adhesive texture strips on the bottom of the bathtub and/or shower to prevent falls.Fall precautions Teaching 415Fall precautionsPatient instructed to lean on his/hers strongest knee at the time of getting up after a fall.

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